Voter List Revision 2025 in East Champaran: 3.16 Lakh Names Removed, Final List on Sept 30
East Champaran (MOTIHARI): A significant update in the democratic framework of East Champaran was announced on August 1, 2025, when District Election Officer and DM Saurabh Jorwal held a high-level meeting with political party representatives regarding the Special Summary Revision (SSR) of 2025. During the meeting, held at Dr. Rajendra Bhawan in Motihari, the draft voter list was officially published, along with a shocking revelation — over 3.16 lakh voters were removed due to duplication, death, or relocation.
Why Were So Many Names Removed?
What Is ASD?
The voters removed have been categorized under ASD (Absent, Shifted, Dead or Duplicate). These voters were identified during a rigorous verification process carried out by Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and common citizens. A total of 3,16,753 voters were marked as ASD and hence, removed from the active electoral roll.
Total Voter Count: Then and Now
Before the revision, East Champaran had 36,89,848 registered voters. After the Special Revision:
New total: 33,73,095 voters
Reduction: 3,16,753 voters (ASD)
Constituency-Wise Breakdown of Removed Voters
| Assembly Constituency | Earlier Voters | Revised Count | ASD Removed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhaka (21) | 3,44,879 | 3,27,248 | 17,631 |
| Pipra (17) | 3,64,154 | 3,29,096 | 35,058 |
| Chiraiya (20) | 3,11,078 | 2,82,441 | 28,637 |
| Kesariya (15) | 2,81,830 | 2,56,644 | 25,186 |
| Sugauli (11) | 2,99,202 | 2,79,217 | 19,985 |
| Harsidhi (13) | 2,86,495 | 2,69,159 | 17,336 |
| Kalyanpur (16) | 2,72,495 | 2,50,085 | 22,410 |
| Madhuban (18) | 2,83,307 | 2,60,308 | 22,999 |
| Narkatiya (12) | 3,17,341 | 2,94,302 | 23,039 |
| Govindganj (14) | 2,88,470 | 2,59,911 | 28,559 |
| Raxaul (10) | 3,01,051 | 2,79,558 | 21,493 |
| Motihari (19) | 3,39,546 | 2,85,126 | 54,420 |
Increase in Polling Stations
In a major development, polling station count in the district increased by 584. Previously, there were 3,511 polling centers, now raised to 4,095, improving voter access and reducing crowding.
What Happens Next?
Claims and Objections Open Till September 1 for Voter List
DM Saurabh Jorwal announced that the claims and objections period will remain open from August 1 to September 1, 2025. If any eligible voter’s name is missing, they can:
Fill Form 6 to include their name
Attach Annexure D and one of 11 valid ID proofs
Visit special camps at block offices, Nagar Nigams, and Nagar Panchayats
For corrections or shifting voter details:
Use Form 8 to update information or transfer names to another constituency
Role of BLOs and Political Parties
Each political party’s Booth Level Agents (BLAs) were provided with the ASD list and draft voter list to cross-verify on the ground. BLOs can accept up to 10 applications per day, submitted with a forwarding letter and a self-attested certificate verifying the details.
District authorities stressed the importance of party cooperation to ensure no eligible voter is left out. “We completed the revision two days ahead of schedule due to your support,” DM Jorwal noted.
Final Voter List by September 30
The final voter list will be published on September 30, 2025. This list will serve as the foundation for the upcoming Bihar Assembly Elections. DM Jorwal urged citizens to actively participate in the process and ensure democratic inclusion.
Voices from the Ground
Citizens have expressed mixed reactions. While some appreciate the removal of fake and dead entries, others have reported genuine names being mistakenly cut. Rajesh Kumar, a local school teacher in Kesariya, said, “My mother’s name was removed even though she has voted in every election. I’ve submitted Form 6 to fix it.”
Meanwhile, BJP, JD(U), RJD, Congress, AAP, LJP (Ram Vilas), BSP, CPI(M), and RLSP district heads and representatives attended the meeting and pledged full support to the Election Commission’s efforts.
Conclusion
The voter list revision in East Champaran is a crucial step toward a cleaner, transparent democratic process. While over 3 lakh names have been struck off, the district administration is committed to restoring any genuine names mistakenly removed. The public is urged to check their names and file claims or objections promptly.
