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Summary:

The article reports on the publication of the draft electoral roll for the Kollam district in India as part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process for 2026. The draft list shows a decrease in voters compared to the previous roll, due to removals of voters in the ASD category or because of duplication. Political parties have been consulted throughout the process. The public and political parties have until January 22, 2026, to submit claims and objections. The final electoral roll will be published on February 21, 2026.

News Article:

Kollam District Releases Draft Electoral Roll, Announces Public Comment Period

KOLLAM, INDIA – December 24, 2025 – The Kollam district has released its draft electoral roll, compiled through the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in preparation for 2026 elections. The list, published today, contains 1,983,885 voters, comprised of 946,604 males, 1,037,263 females, and 18 transgender individuals.

This figure represents a decrease from the 2,144,527 voters registered as of October 27, 2025. According to officials, 160,642 voters were removed from the rolls due to being classified as Absent, Shifted, or Deceased (ASD), or identified as duplicate entries.

The Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) have already distributed the draft rolls to recognized political parties and have held meetings at both district and constituency levels to keep them informed of the SIR 2026 progress.

“Transparency and accuracy are paramount in this process,” stated an official involved in the SIR. “We encourage all citizens to review the draft roll and submit any claims or objections they may have.”

The public and political parties have until January 22, 2026, to submit claims and objections regarding the draft electoral roll. Voters whose information could not be mapped during the SIR will receive notices and undergo identity verification hearings. All claims and objections will be resolved by February 14, 2026. The final electoral roll is scheduled for publication on February 21, 2026.

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