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The Economic Times
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EC carries Special Summary Revision to silence opposition after voter deletions in SIR: DMK

Chennai: The opposition DMK on Friday alleged that Special Summary Revision (SSR) of the electoral roll, ordered by the Election Commission on November 12, is an attempt to pacify opposition parties following extensive voter deletions under the SIR, warning that it will fight if irregularities occur in the upcoming exercise.

Election Commission announced an SSR across 17 states and Union Territories, with January 1, 2027, as the qualifying date. The exercise begins with a draft publication on November 12, followed by a claims window ending on December 11, and a final publication on January 4, 2027.

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