Draft electoral roll revisions in Tamil Nadu threaten to delete 9.7 million voters in Chennai—including many first-time voters—ahead of the 2024 elections, prompting urgent calls for residents to verify their details amid Election Commission of India updates.
In Chennai, a major urban hub in Tamil Nadu, the Election Commission of India's (ECI) draft electoral rolls have flagged 9.7 million voters for potential deletion. This figure includes a significant number of first-time voters, heightening concerns as elections approach.
The revisions aim to maintain accurate voter lists but have sparked alarm in densely populated areas. Affected residents are racing to check their voter ID cards, update addresses, and submit claims to preserve their voting rights. While specific deadlines for objections were not detailed, the ECI process emphasizes verification to prevent disenfranchisement.
This development highlights ongoing challenges in managing electoral rolls in high-density cities like Chennai, where rapid population changes complicate accuracy.
