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Politics
EC Extends Odisha, Telangana SIR Deadlines Amid Digitisation Hurdles
✍️ India Today
🗓 01 Aug 2026, 10:36 PM
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The Election Commission has extended the State Information Return deadlines for Odisha and Telangana, citing challenges in digitising data and resolving mismatches.
The Election Commission (EC) has announced an extension for the submission of State Information Returns (SIR) for the states of Odisha and Telangana. The new deadline comes after the EC identified significant challenges in digitising voter data and reconciling mismatches between records.
According to the EC, the delay is necessary to ensure that the voter rolls are accurate and complete before the next general election. Technical glitches in the online portals of both states were cited as a major factor contributing to the data inconsistencies.
The extension is expected to give state election authorities additional time to resolve the discrepancies and submit final returns. The EC reiterated its commitment to maintaining the integrity of the electoral process and to providing the required support to the states.
According to the EC, the delay is necessary to ensure that the voter rolls are accurate and complete before the next general election. Technical glitches in the online portals of both states were cited as a major factor contributing to the data inconsistencies.
The extension is expected to give state election authorities additional time to resolve the discrepancies and submit final returns. The EC reiterated its commitment to maintaining the integrity of the electoral process and to providing the required support to the states.