Guwahati, Oct. 16 -- The Election Commission of India (ECI) will conduct a Special Summary Revision (SSR) of electoral rolls in 17 states and Union territories, including poll-bound Manipur, with January 1, 2027, set as the qualifying date for the exercise.

In a communication to the chief electoral officers of the states and Union territories concerned, the poll panel said the revision would focus on enrolling eligible voters, particularly young people and first-time electors, correcting errors in existing entries and ensuring that electoral rolls remain accurate and up to date.

The exercise comes ahead of Assembly elections in several states in 2027. The current term of the 403-member Uttar Pradesh Assembly ends on May 22, 2027, while ...