In view of the upcoming bye-elections in 64-Ludhiana West Assembly Constituency, the final electoral roll has been published by ERO Ludhiana West following the Special Summary Revision with 01.04.2025 as the qualifying date as per the schedule announced by Election Commission of India (ECI). The copies of final electoral roll were also handed over to the representatives of the recognised political parties by Himanshu Jain, District Election Officer, Ludhiana as per the Guidelines of ECI.
Divulging the details, Sibin C, Chief Electoral Officer, Punjab, said, “As per the revised roll, the total number of electors in the constituency stands at 1,74,437, which includes 89,602 male voters, 84,825 female voters and 10 third gender voters. The number of Polling Stations has been rationalised to 192, improving accessibility and enabling a more convenient voting experience for all citizens. Notably, EPIC (Electors Photo Identity Card) coverage is at 100%, a testament to the efforts towards achieving a pure electoral roll.”
The revision process was conducted strictly as per the Guidelines of ECI by following relevant Acts and Rules. “The entire revision process was carried out strictly in accordance with the guidelines of the Election Commission of India, adhering to all relevant Acts and Rules. Key steps, such as providing the lists of claims and objections, as well sharing the draft and final electoral rolls with political parties were diligently followed”, highlighted Sibin C.
In addition, the Chief Electoral Officer, Punjab highlighted about the provision of appeal by electors to the DEO against the order of ERO and further to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) level if required as per as per the provision of Section 24 of Representation of Peoples Act 1950 and Rule 23 of Registration of Electoral Rules, 1960 and was explained to the representatives of political parties in the meeting.