The Election Commission of India has appointed Special Roll Observers to oversee the Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls in eight major states. The observers have been assigned to West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan.

According to the Commission, the observers have already commenced their work and will remain present in these states for two days each week until the publication of the final electoral rolls in February 2026. Their mandate is to ensure that the revision exercise is carried out smoothly and transparently.

The Special Roll Observers will meet political parties at both the state and district levels to hear their views and address concerns related to the revision process. They will also participate in meet

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