Draft, final voter list timelines extended for UP panchayat polls
As per the notification, claims and objections -- earlier to be settled by December 19 -- will now be resolved between December 31, 2025 and January 6, 2026. The final voter roll, initially scheduled for release on January 15, will now be published on February 6, 2026.
The Uttar Pradesh State Election Commission (UP SEC) has extended the deadline for the final publication of the voter list for the three-tier panchayat elections from January 15 to February 6, 2026. The date for publishing the draft voter list has also been pushed from December 5 to December 23, 2025 according to a notification issued by SEC commissioner Raj Pratap Singh.
The panchayat election is slated to be held between April and July 2026, though the final schedule is yet to be announced. (For representation)
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As per the notification, claims and objections -- earlier to be settled by December 19 -- will now be resolved between December 31, 2025 and January 6, 2026. The final voter roll, initially scheduled for release on January 15, will now be published on February 6, 2026.
The panchayat election is slated to be held between April and July 2026, though the final schedule is yet to be announced.
The extension comes as no district has completed its voter list verification so far. Officials have detected over 50 lakh names appearing at more than one polling booth. Booth-level officers (BLOs) are cross-checking voter lists in their respective areas.
BLOs have been directed to identify duplicate entries and voters who have moved out of their panchayat areas. In several cases, individuals were found registered at more than two booths, prompting the SEC to intensify its voter roll clean-up. Eligible new voters who will attain voting age next year are also being enrolled.
Gaurav Saigal has over two decades of experience in reporting on public policy, governance, politics, and social issues and extensively covers developments in Uttar Pradesh, including state politics, government policies, infrastructure, the economy, environmental issues, and public administration. He has worked across locations and worked with various media organisations. He has travelled across the state for news reporting. He produces fact-based, balanced, and insightful reports that explain the impact of policy decisions on citizens. He has reported on a wide range of significant stories, from legislative proceedings and elections to development projects, wildlife conservation, and governance reforms. His coverage reflects a strong understanding of regional affairs and a commitment to delivering accurate, timely, and well-researched journalism. His articles regularly provide readers with context and analysis on key issues shaping Uttar Pradesh and the nation. He is consistent in field reporting and in-depth coverage of public affairs. His journalism is characterised by clarity, credibility, and a focus on issues of public interest. His coverage reflects a strong understanding of regional affairs and a commitment to delivering accurate, timely, and well-researched journalism. His content is characterised by an emphasis on factual reporting, official data, and policy analysis, often explaining the impact of government decisions on citizens and institutions.
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