Bhubaneswar, May 29: The Election Commission of India (ECI) will engage over 45,000 Booth Level Officers (BLOs) to conduct the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)–2026 of the voters’ list in Odisha beginning May 30, officials said on Friday.

Odisha Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) R S Gopalan said the exercise will continue till June 28, with the final updated electoral rolls scheduled to be published on September 6, 2026. A total of 45,255 BLOs have been tasked with visiting households across the state to verify voter details through door-to-door enumeration.

The initiative is aimed at ensuring that the electoral rolls are accurate, transparent, and inclusive ahead of the upcoming elections. BLOs will distribute and collect enumeration forms during their visits, helping identify new eligible voters while removing outdated entries.

Speaking at a press briefing, the CEO emphasized the importance of citizen participation in the process. “The cooperation of voters is vital to building a correct and transparent electoral roll,” he said, urging households to assist BLOs during verification.

Officials noted that while the revision is part of routine electoral preparations, it carries particular significance given the scale of elections scheduled in 2026. Odisha’s diverse electorate makes this verification critical to ensure every eligible citizen is represented fairly.

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The SIR–2026 process is designed not only to update records but also to reinforce public trust in the democratic system. By engaging BLOs in direct interaction with households, the Election Commission seeks to bridge gaps in voter data and encourage greater awareness of electoral rights.

With over 45,000 officers mobilized, the exercise underscores the state’s commitment to strengthening democratic participation. Citizens are encouraged to respond promptly to BLOs during their visits, thereby contributing to a robust and updated voter list that will serve as the foundation for free and fair elections in Odisha.