Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 27 December 2025
The Electoral Roll Observer, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, convened a meeting with representatives of all recognised political parties on December 26, 2025, to review and oversee the claims and objections process under the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the Electoral Roll–2026. The meeting was also attended by Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs) of South Andaman District.
The interaction was aimed at ensuring transparency, coordination and the smooth conduct of revision activities in accordance with the directions of the Election Commission of India (ECI). During the meeting, the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) briefed participants on key timelines, including the period for filing claims and objections, the schedule for hearings, and the final publication of the revised electoral roll.
Officials also outlined the activities carried out during the Enumeration Phase, highlighting verification by Booth Level Officers (BLOs), supervisory checks and the roadmap for the notice and hearing phase. Detailed data on mapped and unmapped electors, along with the status of various forms received after the publication of the draft electoral roll on December 23, 2025, were presented to the political party representatives.
Representatives of recognised political parties shared their feedback and observations on the draft electoral roll. The Electoral Roll Observer assured full cooperation and stated that all necessary actions would be taken strictly in line with the guidelines issued by the Election Commission of India.
The meeting concluded with a collective commitment from all stakeholders to ensure a smooth, transparent and accurate Special Intensive Revision of the Electoral Roll–2026, according to a press release issued by the ERO, Andaman & Nicobar Parliamentary Constituency.
