Bhubaneshwar, Aug. 1 -- The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday extended the deadline for filing claims and objections regarding the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Odisha from August 4 to August 19.

The decision to revise the schedule was taken following a request made by the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Odisha. The revision is being carried out with July 1, 2026, as the qualifying date.

According to a notification issued by the Commission on Friday, the period for filing claims and objections, which was originally scheduled to end on August 4, has now been extended to August 19.

As per the revised schedule, the "Notice Phase" and the disposal of claims and objections will now continue until...