The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Karnataka has gathered pace, with more than 2.01 crore Enumeration Forms distributed within the first four days of the month‑long drive.
Key Developments (as of 6 p.m., 2 July 2026)
- Distribution: 20,124,411 EFs handed out, covering 36.30% of Karnataka’s 5,54,32,314 electors.
- Digitisation: 12,07,432 EFs (2.18%) have been digitised; 54,823 electors (0.10%) submitted forms online.
- Verification outcomes: 8,853 deceased, 6,828 permanently shifted, 1,636 duplicate enrolments, 264 untraceable, and 107 other cases – totalling 17,688 entries marked under ASDDO.
- Geographic focus: Kalaburagi leads in distribution (11.59 lakh forms); Raichur tops digitisation (1,34,288 forms).
Important Facts
- The house‑to‑house enumeration began on 30 June 2026 and will run until 29 July 2026.
- District‑wise distribution (top three): Kalaburagi (11.59 lakh), Tumakuru (10.24 lakh), Belagavi (10.12 lakh).
- District‑wise digitisation (top three): Raichur (1,34,288), Haveri (90,341), Chitradurga (88,131).
- The Chief Electoral Officer of Karnataka released the data, while the Election Commission monitors the overall exercise.
Exam Relevance
Accurate electoral rolls are fundamental to the credibility of India’s democratic process, a frequent topic in GS2 (Polity) and GS3 (Governance). Understanding the mechanics of SIR, the role of digitisation, and the challenges of duplicat