Draft SIR Rolls in Karnataka Reveal Significant Deletions, Mangalore Today Reports

Mangalore Today has highlighted that the draft SIR (Socio‑Economic and Caste) rolls for Karnataka contain a notable number of deletions. The document, prepared as a preliminary list for the upcoming census, appears to omit a substantial portion of entries that were expected to be included. Analysts and local officials have described the deletions as "alarming," suggesting possible errors in data collection or processing.

The deletions could affect the accuracy of the final census, which is used for policy planning, resource allocation, and welfare schemes across the state. Stakeholders are calling for a thorough review of the draft rolls before the final version is published, to ensure that no eligible households or individuals are excluded.

State authorities have not yet issued an official statement on the matter, but the report underscores the need for transparency and corrective action. The issue is likely to be examined in upcoming meetings of the state’s census committee, with the aim of rectifying any discrepancies before the final data is locked in.