What is the UP SIR draft voter list and why was it released?

It is the provisional electoral roll for Uttar Pradesh issued under ECI SIR 2026. Authorities update entries, add new voters, and delete ineligible records. The draft allows citizens to check details and file claims or objections. After reviewing submissions, officials publish the final roll that guides polling and administrative planning.

How can I check my name online in the Uttar Pradesh electoral roll?

Go to voters.eci.gov.in and search by EPIC or personal details, or use the ECINET app to access your booth roll. Verify name, age, and address. If you do not find your entry, try alternate spellings and EPIC. Keep screenshots or acknowledgments when you submit any request.

What is the deadline to file claims and objections under ECI SIR 2026?

The window is open until February 6. Submit corrections, additions, or objections on voters.eci.gov.in or the ECINET app with required ID and address proof. Early filing helps ensure review and inclusion in the final publication. Late or incomplete cases may be processed in later cycles.

Why does this matter for policy and investors in India?

Clean and current rolls shape outreach, scheme targeting, and district priorities. The Uttar Pradesh electoral roll influences budget focus, capex timing, and tender flow in roads, power, and urban services. Investors should track claim disposal rates, pre-budget statements, and procurement calendars for signals on execution and demand trends.

Law and Government

January 6: UP SIR Draft Voter List Drops 28.9M Names, Policy Watch

ByDanny Kontos January 6, 2026January 6, 2026

The UP SIR draft voter list is out, removing 2.89 crore names and listing 12.55 crore electors statewide. This Special Intensive Revision, tagged ECI SIR 2026, opens claims and objections until February 6. For citizens, it is time to verify entries on voters.eci.gov.in or the ECINET app. For investors, this reset in India’s largest state may shape pre-budget policy signals, capex choices, and welfare targeting. We explain the numbers, timelines, steps, and market angles.