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Meghalaya Final Electoral Roll: 2 Foreigners Excluded, 2.18 Million Voters Listed
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 27 Oct 2026, 10:35 AM
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The Meghalaya State Election Commission released its final electoral roll, listing 2.18 million voters and excluding two foreign nationals. The roll will be used for the upcoming state elections.
The Meghalaya State Election Commission (SIR) today published the final electoral roll for the state, which records 2.18 million eligible voters. In a move that underscores the commission’s commitment to maintaining a clear and accurate voter list, two foreign nationals were excluded from the roll after a review of their eligibility status.
The updated roll will serve as the definitive voter list for the forthcoming Meghalaya Legislative Assembly elections, ensuring that only eligible citizens can cast their ballots. Election officials have confirmed that the roll will be made available to the public through the commission’s website and at designated polling stations.
The exclusion of the two foreigners follows the guidelines set by the Election Commission of India, which stipulate that only Indian citizens are eligible to vote in state elections. The SIR’s decision is expected to streamline the voter registration process and reduce the likelihood of electoral disputes.
Voters are advised to verify their details on the online portal and report any discrepancies to the nearest election office. The commission has also announced a series of awareness drives to help citizens understand the importance of accurate voter registration.
The updated roll will serve as the definitive voter list for the forthcoming Meghalaya Legislative Assembly elections, ensuring that only eligible citizens can cast their ballots. Election officials have confirmed that the roll will be made available to the public through the commission’s website and at designated polling stations.
The exclusion of the two foreigners follows the guidelines set by the Election Commission of India, which stipulate that only Indian citizens are eligible to vote in state elections. The SIR’s decision is expected to streamline the voter registration process and reduce the likelihood of electoral disputes.
Voters are advised to verify their details on the online portal and report any discrepancies to the nearest election office. The commission has also announced a series of awareness drives to help citizens understand the importance of accurate voter registration.