Gujarat, Andaman See Sharpest Decline As SIR Cuts 1.7 Crore Voters

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) has resulted in the removal of more than 1.7 crore names across nine states and Union Territories, reducing their combined electorate by 7.9%.

The total voter base in these regions has fallen from 21.4 crore (as on October 27, 2025) to 19.7 crore after publication of the final rolls.

Among the states, Gujarat saw the highest drop at 13.4% (around 68 lakh voters), followed by Chhatisgarh (11.8%) and Goa (10.7%). Madhya Pradesh recorded a 5.9% decline, Rajasthan 5.7% and Kerala 3.2%. In the Union Territories, Andaman & Nicobar Islands witnessed the steepest fall at 16.9%. Puducherry’s electorate declined by 7.6%, while Lakshadweep saw a marginal drop of just over 0.3%. Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh are yet to publish their revised electoral rolls. Tamil Nadu is expected to release its list on February 23, West Bengal on February 28, and Uttar Pradesh on April 10.