Which state was the first to conduct the pilot phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in 2025?

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The Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in 12 States and Union Territories, covering 51 crore voters. This is the first nationwide SIR since 2002–2005, aimed at removing duplicates, migrated, or ineligible entries and ensuring voter eligibility. The move is based on Article 326 of the Constitution and the Representation of the People Act, 1950, ensuring free and fair elections. The process began with a pilot phase in Bihar, where Assembly elections are due. Bihar’s roll reduced by 6% after verification. The SIR will be conducted in A&N Islands, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.

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Bihar The Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in 12 States and Union Territories, covering 51 crore voters. This is the first nationwide SIR since 2002–2005, aimed at removing duplicates, migrated, or ineligible entries and ensuring voter eligibility. The move is based on Article 326 of the Constitution and the Representation of the People Act, 1950, ensuring free and fair elections. The process began with a pilot phase in Bihar, where Assembly elections are due. Bihar’s roll reduced by 6% after verification. The SIR will be conducted in A&N Islands, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.

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