Odisha publishes its final electoral roll with 3.16 crore voters, after deleting 17.66 lakh names from the earlier draft list. The update follows the state’s disposal of claims, objections, and other applications related to voter inclusion.
The Hindu reports that the draft roll contains 3,13,87,034 names. After processing eligible applications, the state adds 2,90,497 names and removes 44,777, resulting in a net addition of 2,45,720 voters. Times of India reports a larger figure for deletions—17.66 lakh names struck off—while also stating the final roll stands at 3.16 crore electors. The two accounts differ in the scale of deletions cited, though both attribute the change to the claims-and-objections review process.
Together, the reports indicate the final roll is prepared after administrative scrutiny of voter eligibility, with the end result being a 3.16 crore electorate for the state.
