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ECI Bars Unapproved Transfers of Officials in Uttar Pradesh Voter Roll Revision
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🗓 22 Oct 2026, 09:17 AM
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The Election Commission of India has declared that any transfer of officials involved in the revision of Uttar Pradesh's voter rolls must receive prior approval, ensuring continuity and integrity of the process.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) issued a directive stating that officials engaged in the revision of Uttar Pradesh’s voter rolls cannot be transferred without prior approval. The move comes amid concerns that sudden personnel changes could disrupt the meticulous process of updating the state’s electoral register.
The commission warned that unapproved transfers might compromise the accuracy and timeliness of the revised rolls, which are critical for the upcoming elections. The directive applies to all personnel directly involved in the revision, including field staff, data handlers, and supervisory officers.
By enforcing this rule, the ECI aims to maintain the integrity of the voter roll revision process and prevent any administrative lapses that could affect voter registration and election logistics. The decision aligns with the commission’s broader efforts to safeguard electoral processes across the country.
Officials in Uttar Pradesh have been instructed to seek the ECI’s clearance before any transfer is processed, ensuring a smooth and transparent update of the voter rolls.
The commission warned that unapproved transfers might compromise the accuracy and timeliness of the revised rolls, which are critical for the upcoming elections. The directive applies to all personnel directly involved in the revision, including field staff, data handlers, and supervisory officers.
By enforcing this rule, the ECI aims to maintain the integrity of the voter roll revision process and prevent any administrative lapses that could affect voter registration and election logistics. The decision aligns with the commission’s broader efforts to safeguard electoral processes across the country.
Officials in Uttar Pradesh have been instructed to seek the ECI’s clearance before any transfer is processed, ensuring a smooth and transparent update of the voter rolls.