ECI allows advance voter enrolment on four qualifying dates, tightens checks on Electoral Rolls

New Delhi, Oct 15 (UNI) The Election Commission of India has ordered a Summary Revision of electoral rolls under Section 21 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950, with January 1, 2027, as the qualifying date, allowing advance applications from prospective voters who will become eligible on four qualifying dates during 2027. The order, dated October 15, lays down measures to facilitate voter enrolment, strengthen transparency and improve the participation of young, first-time and vulnerable electors. As the exercise will be a Summary Revision, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will not conduct house-to-house visits. Under the new arrangements, prospective electors…