CEO Punjab Holds Meeting with Political Parties on Special Summary Revision Ahead of Bye-Election in Tarn Taran
Chandigarh, September 2:
Ahead of the bye-election to the Tarn Taran Assembly Constituency- 21, Sibin C, Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Punjab, convened a meeting with representatives of recognised political parties to discuss the ongoing Special Summary Revision of the photo electoral roll, with 1st July 2025 as the qualifying date.
During the meeting, the CEO, Punjab apprised the political parties of the draft publication of the electoral roll, which was carried out on 2nd September 2025. He informed them that the rationalization and integration of polling stations in the constituency had been completed as per the guidelines of the Election Commission of India. The total number of polling stations in the constituency now stands at 222 (Urban – 60 & Rural – 162). It was ensured that none of the polling stations exceed the maximum limit of 1200 electors and none of the voter have to travel more than two kilometres for voting, thus enhancing accessibility and electoral convenience.
As per the draft roll, the total number of electors in Tarn Taran Assembly Constituency -21 stands at 1,93,275. The window for filing claims and objections will remain open from 2nd September to 17th September 2025. The final publication of the electoral roll is scheduled for 30th September 2025.
CEO Punjab urged all political parties to contribute actively to the revision process by engaging Booth Level Agents (BLAs) to raise awareness about voter updation and assist electors in the process of filing claims and objections.
“The cooperation of political parties is crucial in upholding the sanctity of the electoral process. Through their Booth Level Agents, we request all parties to reach out to the electorate, encourage voter verification, and ensure maximum participation in the roll revision process,” said Sibin C.
In addition, the Chief Electoral Officer, Punjab highlighted about the provision of appeal by electors to the DEO against the orders of EROs within 15 days of the order with regards to claims and objections and also inclusion of names inadvertently omitted and further to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) level if required as per RP Acts/ Rules.
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