Telangana CM seeks four-week extension for electoral roll revision
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy has sought a four-week extension for electoral roll revision, citing that nearly one-third of the state's electorate may need to re-establish eligibility.
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has formally requested a four-week extension for the ongoing electoral roll revision exercise in the state. The request was made in a letter addressed to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on August 29.
In his communication, Reddy noted that the revision process has reached a critical juncture. He highlighted that nearly one-third of the state's electorate could potentially be required to establish their eligibility afresh, a factor that underscores the scale and complexity of the ongoing exercise.
The Chief Minister's appeal comes amid concerns that the current timeline may be insufficient to complete the verification process thoroughly. The Election Commission's revision drive is aimed at updating voter lists with accuracy, but the sheer volume of cases requiring fresh eligibility checks has prompted the state government to seek additional time.
The request now rests with the Election Commission, which will determine whether to grant the extension. The outcome will have significant implications for the completion of the revision process and the final electoral rolls in Telangana.