File photo NEW DELHI: More than 45,000 booth-level officers began a statewide door-to-door survey across Odisha on Saturday as part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls, Chief Electoral Officer R S Gopalan said.The month-long exercise, which will continue until June 28, was launched from Puri and covers all 147 Assembly constituencies in the state. A total of 45,255 BLOs have been deployed to carry out the revision process.“Nearly 75 per cent of the electors have to only sign on the required forms, and do not need any document for the SIR. No genuine citizen will face any difficulty during the SIR,” Gopalan told reporters.According to the CEO, the groundwork for the exercise has already achieved significant progress, with nearly 95 per cent of voters matched with the 2002 electoral roll, the last time a Special Intensive Revision was undertaken in Odisha.“I also request people not to pay heed to unfounded rumours (surrounding the SIR exercise). We will make sure the process is completed as per rules and peacefully,” Gopalan said.To minimise the impact of the ongoing heatwave, BLOs will conduct house visits before 11 am and remain available at polling booths between 3 pm and 5 pm each day.As part of the exercise, officials will distribute enumeration forms, assist voters in filling them out and collect the completed documents. The forms include personal details, family information and records linked to the 2002 electoral roll.The officers will also verify voter information and rectify minor discrepancies during the survey process.Gopalan said BLOs have been directed to ensure that every eligible voter is included in the rolls while preventing the inclusion of ineligible names.The draft electoral roll is scheduled to be published on July 5, while the final voter list will be released on September 6.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’India’s Powerful, Modernising Its Military’: US Defence Secy Pete Hegseth on Delhi’s Strategic RiseLoP Rahul Gandhi Mocks PM Modi Over NEET Leak Remarks, BJP Hits Back With Sharp Response’Operation Sindoor Is Still Continuing’: Army Chief Says Tri-Services Ready For Possible Sindoor 2.0India Unveils First SkyCast System at Delhi Airport, Aiming to Reduce Fog-Related Flight DelaysOwaisi Calls SIR A ‘Life & Death’ Issue, Urges AIMIM To Prepare For Massive Voter Verification DriveAAP Sweeps Punjab Civic Polls, Stakes Claim To 2027 Momentum As Opposition Cries FoulIndia-US Interim Trade Deal Could Be Finalised Within Weeks, Says US AmbassadorKarnataka’s Next Power Equation: Cong Weighs 3-Dy-CM Formula As DK Shivakumar’s Cabinet Takes ShapeTechnical Glitch Or Governance Failure: Who Is Accountable For Tourist Safety Disasters?Congress Eyes “Kerala Model” For Karnataka Cabinet Amid Siddaramaiah Exit Buzz123Photostories10 dog names that make puppies sound extra adorable (and somehow even cuter in real life)Leander ‘Legend’ Paes’ crores-worth Mumbai home is a living tennis museum blending Grand Slam glory with 176 bougainvillea blooms5 tiny kitchen habits that may be increasing electricity bills quietlyFrom Hina Khan, Dipika Kakar, to Kirron Kher: TV celebs who fought cancer like a bossActors who publicly criticized their own movies: Brad Pitt, Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry, and more5 most stylish men in the history of TennisWhy you should take a ‘fart walk’ after meals, NYC doctor explainsPerfect hair vs healthy hair: What should be your right hair goal?Oncologist reveals 10 silent cancer symptoms most people dismiss as stress, aging, or minor health issues until it’s too lateInside Taylor Swift’s love for cats123Hot PicksSimone BilesVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingGhaziabad Student MurderD GukeshVaibhav sooryavanshi IPL auctionPunjab Local Body Election ResultCockroach Janta PartySupreme CourtNEET UG 2026 fee refundBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak
NEW DELHI: More than 45,000 booth-level officers began a statewide door-to-door survey across Odisha on Saturday as part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls, Chief Electoral Officer R S Gopalan said.The month-long exercise, which will continue until June 28, was launched from Puri and covers all 147 Assembly constituencies in the state. A total of 45,255 BLOs have been deployed to carry out the revision process.“Nearly 75 per cent of the electors have to only sign on the required forms, and do not need any document for the SIR. No genuine citizen will face any difficulty during the SIR,” Gopalan told reporters.According to the CEO, the groundwork for the exercise has already achieved significant progress, with nearly 95 per cent of voters matched with the 2002 electoral roll, the last time a Special Intensive Revision was undertaken in Odisha.“I also request people not to pay heed to unfounded rumours (surrounding the SIR exercise). We will make sure the process is completed as per rules and peacefully,” Gopalan said.To minimise the impact of the ongoing heatwave, BLOs will conduct house visits before 11 am and remain available at polling booths between 3 pm and 5 pm each day.As part of the exercise, officials will distribute enumeration forms, assist voters in filling them out and collect the completed documents. The forms include personal details, family information and records linked to the 2002 electoral roll.The officers will also verify voter information and rectify minor discrepancies during the survey process.Gopalan said BLOs have been directed to ensure that every eligible voter is included in the rolls while preventing the inclusion of ineligible names.The draft electoral roll is scheduled to be published on July 5, while the final voter list will be released on September 6.
