Election Commission: Foreign Nationals Found in Bihar Voter Drive Excluded from Final List

Fast Summary

• The Election Commission of India (ECI) is conducting a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls in Bihar, which began on June 25 and will conclude with the publication of the final voters list on September 30, 2025.
• During house-to-house visits, names of a large number of individuals from Nepal, Bangladesh, and Myanmar have been identified; their inclusion in voter rolls is being denied pending proper inquiries.
• Over 74% electors have submitted Enumeration Forms so far; forms can be submitted until July 25, followed by a draft list release on August 1. Documentation proofs are required but do not currently include Aadhaar or Ration Cards. However, submissions can still be made during claims periods after the draft release.
• The Supreme Court has advised ECI to consider accepting Aadhaar and other such IDs as valid documentation during revision hearings set for July 28.
• Field teams composed of District Election Officers (DEOs), Electoral Registration Officers (EROs), and assistants are coordinating efforts under close monitoring by BiharS Chief Electoral Officer.

Image Caption: A Booth Level Officer inspecting documents during the SIR drive in Jogbani municipal council area in Araria District, Bihar.

Indian Opinion Analysis
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