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Manipur’s draft electoral rolls published on November 12 show that women outnumber men among registered voters across the state’s 60 Assembly constituencies. The total number of electors has reached 19.94 lakh, according to the latest report. Manipur draft electoral rolls
The draft list was released as part of a special summary revision exercise. The latest figure represents an increase of around 33,700 voters compared with the number recorded after the earlier Special Intensive Revision (SIR). Manipur draft electoral rolls
The development is important for the state’s electoral administration ahead of future political activity.
Women Outnumber Men in Draft Voter List
The draft electoral rolls show a higher number of women voters than men across the state’s 16 districts.
This reflects the latest registration figures recorded during the revision exercise. The Election Commission uses such exercises to update voter details and improve the accuracy of electoral records.
The draft list gives eligible citizens an opportunity to check their registration details and identify any errors.
Earlier SIR Removed and Added Voter Names
During the Special Intensive Revision conducted earlier this year, the Election Commission deleted around 1.89 lakh names and added 56,871 electors.
The final electoral roll published on September 6 contained approximately 19.60 lakh voters.
The new draft figure of 19.94 lakh therefore represents an increase from the earlier final list.
Why Electoral Roll Revision Matters
Electoral rolls form the foundation of the voting process. Accurate voter records help ensure that eligible citizens can exercise their democratic rights.
Revision exercises allow authorities to add newly eligible voters, correct personal details and remove entries that no longer meet registration requirements.
Citizens can also raise objections if they find incorrect or missing information in the draft list.
What Happens Next?
The publication of the draft roll is an important step in the electoral revision process. Voters should check their names and personal details carefully.
People who find errors can follow the Election Commission’s prescribed procedure for corrections and claims. The authorities will examine submissions before finalising the electoral roll.
The latest figures highlight the importance of voter registration and participation in Manipur. The final list will provide an updated record of eligible electors across the state’s constituencies.
