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ECI pushes Delhi SIR filing deadline to Oct 30, Maharashtra to Oct 12
✍️ mid-day.com
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 11:32 AM
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The Election Commission of India has extended the deadline for submitting SIR claims in Delhi to October 30 and in Maharashtra to October 12.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced on Monday that the cut‑off for filing Service Ineligibility Report (SIR) claims in Delhi has been moved to 30 October, while the corresponding deadline in Maharashtra is now 12 October. The extension was issued through an official circular and reported by mid‑day.com.
SIR claims allow voters to challenge the eligibility of candidates on grounds of non‑compliance with service‑related criteria. By granting additional time, the commission aims to ensure that all legitimate grievances can be raised before the upcoming elections.
Political parties and election observers have welcomed the extra days, saying it will reduce the risk of last‑minute disputes. The ECI has urged stakeholders to submit their documents within the revised timelines to avoid procedural delays.
The decision reflects the commission’s broader effort to maintain transparency and fairness in the electoral process as the country prepares for the next phase of voting.
SIR claims allow voters to challenge the eligibility of candidates on grounds of non‑compliance with service‑related criteria. By granting additional time, the commission aims to ensure that all legitimate grievances can be raised before the upcoming elections.
Political parties and election observers have welcomed the extra days, saying it will reduce the risk of last‑minute disputes. The ECI has urged stakeholders to submit their documents within the revised timelines to avoid procedural delays.
The decision reflects the commission’s broader effort to maintain transparency and fairness in the electoral process as the country prepares for the next phase of voting.