Voter List Special Revision Drive for 2026 Begins in Valsad with Dedicated Booth Level Officer Camps and New Voter Registration Focus
The District Election Office of Valsad has officially launched a high-priority two-day intensive voter list revision campaign to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the electoral rolls for the upcoming year 2026. This special drive is being conducted across all polling stations in the district on Saturday and Sunday, providing a convenient window for citizens to engage with the democratic process. During this weekend campaign, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are stationed at their respective polling booths from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM to facilitate on-the-spot verification, new registrations, and data corrections. The primary objective of this intensive revision is to ensure that no eligible citizen is left out of the final voter list which serves as the foundation for free and fair elections.
A significant highlight of this revision cycle is the focus on young and first-time voters. Individuals who have attained or will attain the age of 18 years on or before January 1, 2026, are being strongly encouraged to enroll their names. For these new applicants, the district administration has streamlined the process through the submission of Form-6. To complete the registration, young citizens are required to provide essential documents such as proof of age, proof of residence, and a recent passport-sized photograph. By targeting this specific demographic, the Election Commission of India aims to increase the participation of youth in the electoral process, making the 2026 voter list more representative of the current population.
In addition to new registrations, the special camps are handling a variety of other electoral roll modifications. Citizens who have permanently migrated to a different constituency or those who need to remove the names of deceased family members can do so by filling out Form-7. For existing voters who have noticed discrepancies in their names, addresses, or dates of birth on their Elector Photo Identity Card (EPIC), Form-8 is available for making the necessary corrections. The BLOs present at the camps are trained to guide the public through these forms and verify the supporting documents like Aadhaar cards, ration cards, or electricity bills on the spot. This face-to-face interaction at the neighborhood level is intended to minimize errors that often occur during purely digital or centralized registration processes.
Logistically, the administration has made specific adjustments for the city of Valsad due to an overlap with other government events. On Sunday, January 4, 2026, four specific polling stations in Valsad city are serving as centers for the State Tax Inspector competitive examination. To ensure that the voter revision work remains uninterrupted, the BLOs of these four specific booths have been relocated to the Valsad Mamlatdar Office for the day. Citizens belonging to these wards are advised to visit the Mamlatdar office between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM to submit their forms. In all other parts of the district, including the rural areas of Pardi, Umbergaon, and Kaprada, the revision camps are continuing at their original school-based polling centers without any change in venue.
The District Election Officer has appealed to all residents to check their names in the draft electoral roll during this two-day window. Even if a citizen already possesses a voter ID card, it is vital to verify that their name appears in the current list and is mapped correctly to their booth. Discrepancies in booth mapping can often lead to confusion on the day of the election, and this special revision period is the best time to rectify such issues. The administration is also promoting the use of the “Voter Helpline” mobile application and the national voter service portal as digital alternatives for those who cannot visit the physical camps. However, the physical presence of BLOs at the booths remains the most effective way for the rural and elderly populations to ensure their electoral data is accurate.
As the two-day special drive concludes, the collected forms will undergo a rigorous verification process by the Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs) and the District Election Branch. The final updated voter list for 2026 is expected to be published shortly after this verification cycle is complete. The Valsad administration’s efforts in organizing these intensive camps demonstrate a commitment to inclusive democracy, ensuring that every resident has the opportunity to exercise their right to vote. Residents are urged not to wait until the next election is announced but to take advantage of this current revision drive to secure their place in the 2026 electoral roll. By spending just a few minutes at their local booth this weekend, citizens can contribute to the creation of a more transparent and error-free electoral system for the entire district.
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