Chennai: In a massive electoral roll verification drive, over 2.88 lakh Chennai residents have been issued notices for multiple entries in the voter lists. The move is part of an initiative to clean up electoral records and prevent fraud before upcoming elections. However, the response from residents has been underwhelming, with only 2% replying to Election Registration Officers (EROs) so far.
Why Were Notices Sent?
🚨 Duplicate voter registrations – Residents found with their names in multiple locations.
🚨 Voter list clean-up – Ensuring accuracy in electoral rolls ahead of elections.
🚨 Preventing electoral fraud – Avoiding double voting and manipulation.
Challenges in the Verification Process
📬 42% of notices returned – The postal department has sent back a significant portion of notices due to:
✔ Address mismatches
✔ Residents moving to new locations
✔ Incorrect or outdated voter information
Election Commission’s Actions
✔ Strict voter verification process in all Chennai Assembly constituencies
✔ Field officers deployed to verify cases where voters haven’t responded
✔ Door-to-door surveys planned for unverified entries
Impact on Chennai Voters
📌 Genuine voters may be removed if they fail to respond
📌 Potential delay in electoral registration process
📌 Strengthening election integrity by eliminating duplicates
How Can Residents Verify Their Voter Details?
✔ Visit the nearest ERO office with proof of residence
✔ Check voter details on the Election Commission website
✔ Submit corrections through online portals
What’s Next?
📌 Final electoral roll to be published after verification
📌 Legal action for fraudulent registrations
📌 Voter awareness campaigns to increase participation
With the elections approaching, authorities are intensifying efforts to ensure a transparent and accurate voter list, urging residents to verify their details and respond to notices promptly.
