CHANDIGARH: The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Punjab, has reported that no appeals were received during the recently conducted statewide revision of the electoral roll (Special Summary Revision 2025) with respect to the qualifying date of 01.01.2025 under the important provision of the Representation of People (RP) act and corresponding rules, which empowers electors to file appeals against the decision of Electoral Registration Officers (EROs). This indicates a high level of transparency, accuracy, and public satisfaction with the electoral roll revision process across the state.
As per the provisions under the Representation of the People (RP) Act and related rules, any elector aggrieved by the decision of the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO), whether related to inclusion, deletion, or modification of names in the electoral roll can file an appeal with the concerned District Election Officer cum DC within 15 days of the ERO’s order and further appeal on the decision of the DEO may be filed with the Chief Electoral Officer, Punjab.
Further, sharing updates about the ongoing revision before Bye election of 64-Ludhiana West Assembly Constituency, the Chief Electoral Officer, Punjab, Sibin C, informed that the draft electoral roll for 64-Ludhiana West includes a total of 1, 73, 071 electors. The period for filing claims and objections is open from 9th April to 24th April 2025, and the final electoral roll will be published on 5th May 2025.
Reaffirming the commitment to a free, fair, and inclusive electoral process, Sibin C encouraged all eligible citizens to stay alert and actively participate in ensuring the accuracy of electoral rolls.
For queries or grievances related to the electoral roll, citizens may contact their respective EROs, visit the official website www.ceopunjab.gov.in, or call the Toll-Free Helpline no 1950.