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Election Commission Extends SIR Filing Deadlines in Delhi and Five States
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🗓 30 Oct 2026, 08:46 AM
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The Election Commission has extended the statutory information return deadlines for voters in Delhi and five other states, easing the filing process ahead of the upcoming elections.
The Election Commission of India announced an extension of the statutory information return (SIR) deadlines for voters in Delhi and five other states, providing additional time to complete the required paperwork.
The decision comes as part of the commission’s effort to streamline the electoral process and reduce administrative burdens on voters. By extending the filing period, the commission aims to ensure that more citizens can submit their SIRs without rushing.
The extension applies to all voters registered in the affected jurisdictions, allowing them to complete the SIR submission before the next scheduled elections. The commission has urged voters to take advantage of the additional time to avoid any last‑minute complications.
Officials have stated that the extended deadline will help maintain the integrity of the electoral roll and improve overall voter compliance with statutory requirements.
The decision comes as part of the commission’s effort to streamline the electoral process and reduce administrative burdens on voters. By extending the filing period, the commission aims to ensure that more citizens can submit their SIRs without rushing.
The extension applies to all voters registered in the affected jurisdictions, allowing them to complete the SIR submission before the next scheduled elections. The commission has urged voters to take advantage of the additional time to avoid any last‑minute complications.
Officials have stated that the extended deadline will help maintain the integrity of the electoral roll and improve overall voter compliance with statutory requirements.