The Economic Times

Voter list row: 3.27 crore new electors aged 18-28 added since June 2025; EC explains new declaration rule for Form 6

Election Commission has said that 3.27 crore new electors aged 18-28 have been added to electoral rolls across India since June 24, 2025, amid a controversy over a new declaration requirement for first-time voters. The declaration, introduced through instructions during Bihars Special Intensive Revision (SIR), requires applicants using Form 6 to provide details related to their parents SIR records before completing the online registration process.