Lucknow's Voter Numbers Fluctuate During Special Intensive Revision Process
From 3.99 million to 2.79 million to 3.08 million: How Lucknow numbers kept changing during different SIR stages
Hindustan Times
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Lucknow district in Uttar Pradesh, India, saw its voter count change significantly during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Initially recorded at 3,994,535, the number dropped to 2,794,397 before rising again to 3,080,350, reflecting a net loss of approximately 23% from the initial count. This revision process highlights the dynamic nature of electoral participation in the region.
- 01Voter count in Lucknow dropped from 3.99 million to 2.79 million before rising to 3.08 million.
- 02The final count reflects a net loss of 914,185 voters, or about 23%, from the initial total.
- 03Lucknow added 285,961 voters during the SIR process, ranking second among districts in Uttar Pradesh.
- 04The Sarojini Nagar constituency experienced one of the sharpest declines, losing 142,122 voters.
- 05New voters aged 18 to 19 numbered 31,767, with a total deletion of 13,207 voters.
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During the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in Lucknow district, Uttar Pradesh, the total number of voters fluctuated significantly. Initially, the voter count was 3,994,535 when the SIR was announced on October 27, 2025. Following the publication of draft rolls on January 6, 2026, the count fell to 2,794,397. However, the final electoral list now shows 3,080,350 voters, indicating a net decrease of 914,185 voters, or approximately 23% from the original figure.
The SIR process allowed for the addition of 285,961 voters, placing Lucknow second among the 75 districts in Uttar Pradesh for voter additions, with Prayagraj leading at 329,421. Notably, the Sarojini Nagar constituency recorded a significant drop of 142,122 voters, while new voters aged 18 to 19 totaled 31,767. The comprehensive process involved collaboration with political parties, ensuring transparency and accessibility of the electoral rolls across 1,556 polling stations in the district.
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The changes in voter registration numbers could influence electoral outcomes and political representation in Lucknow.
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