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Errors in electoral rolls: PMC corrects data of 92,466 voters, mostly with wrong addresses

The municipal commissioner informed that three lakh voters with duplicate entries remain but the civic administration has ensured they will not vote twice in the election.

Special Revision of electoral rolls in Assam

Guwahati: A booth level officer (BLO) assists a voter during verification of voter identification cards as part of 'Special Revision' (SR) of electoral rolls of Assam, in Guwahati, Friday, Dec. 12, 2025. (PTI Photo) (PTI12_12_2025_000160A)

Under criticism over errors in electoral rolls, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has corrected information on 92,466 voters ahead of the PMC elections.

The draft electoral rolls having 35,51,854 voters were published for public scrutiny. A total of 65,213 suggestions and objections were received by the civic body of which 47,063 were accepted. “After the verification of applications, the civic administration has made changes in the information of 92,466 voters — mostly changes in the residence of voters who were shown in the electoral roll as staying away from their place of residence,” said municipal commissioner Naval Kishore Ram.

A total of 18,150 suggestions and objections were rejected after verification, he said, adding that the reason for rejection was that the applicants had submitted wrong identity and address documents. “The civic administration first verified the identity of the applicant and then physically verified the address. Those found fake were rejected,” Ram said.

As per official information, the number of voters is more than the population of the city. The municipal commissioner said the population of the city is 34,81,359 as per the 2011 census while the electoral strength is 35,53,854 as per the updated electoral rolls till July 1 this year.

Residents who had submitted applications for correction in the electoral roll will have to search their name in the final electoral roll as the PMC will not intimate them, he said, adding the name can be searched on httpmahasecvoterlist.in/ and same will be available at the polling booth if allowed by the State Election Commission (SEC).

The municipal commissioner informed that three lakh voters with duplicate entries remain but the civic administration has ensured they will not vote twice in the election.

Ajay Jadhav

Ajay Jadhav is an Assistant Editor at The Indian Express, Pune. With over 22 years of experience in the industry, he is a highly specialized journalist whose work focuses on the intersection of urban infrastructure, governance, and sustainability. Professional Background Role: As Assistant Editor, he plays a key role in the editorial direction of the Pune bureau, specializing in urban policy and its direct impact on citizens. Education: He holds a Master’s degree in Communication and Journalism from Savitribai Phule Pune University and a PG Diploma in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). He also studied at the prestigious Fergusson College. Impactful Reporting: He is credited with research-based articles on conservancy staff (waste workers) that influenced national policy for better working conditions. He is also known for exposing the contrast between high-end infrastructure (like helipads for leaders) and the lack of basic amenities like schools in their home districts. Personal Interests: An avid trekker and sports enthusiast, his personal interest in the outdoors often informs his reporting on environmental protection and sustainable development. Recent Notable Articles (December 2025) His reporting in late 2025 has been dominated by the upcoming January 2026 Civic Polls in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, and the city's infrastructure boom: 1. Political Analysis (Civic Elections 2026) "Not friendly but a bitter fight lies ahead between BJP and NCP for PMC, PCMC" (Dec 22, 2025): A detailed look at the intense rivalry between the Mahayuti partners as they prepare for the January 15 municipal elections. "Pune civic polls: Big blow to NCP, NCP(SP) as leaders switch to BJP" (Dec 20, 2025): Reporting on high-profile poaching and party-hopping ahead of the elections. "Ajit Pawar's NCP continues domination in Pune, wins 10 of 17 local bodies" (Dec 21, 2025): Analyzing the results of the local self-government body elections as a precursor to the main civic polls. 2. Infrastructure & Urban Development "Looking Ahead at 2026: Pune to see inauguration of much-awaited Hinjewadi to Shivajinagar metro route" (Dec 22, 2025): An "outlook" piece on the critical Metro Line 3 project expected to finish by March 2026. "Building Pune: PMC to construct double-decker bridge over Mula-Mutha River" (Dec 18, 2025): Detailing a major project aimed at easing traffic between Hadapsar and Kharadi. "Condition of highway from Pune to Kolhapur to improve in a year: Gadkari" (Dec 4, 2025): Reporting on the Union Minister’s assurances regarding one of the state's most critical transport corridors. 3. Civic Governance & Environment "Install sensors, LED indicators at construction sites within 15 days: PMC to builders" (Dec 16, 2025): A follow-up to the "Breathless Pune" series, reporting on new mandates for builders to monitor air quality in real-time. "Errors in electoral rolls: PMC corrects data of 92,466 voters" (Dec 16, 2025): Tracking the administrative efforts to clean up the voter lists before the 2026 elections. Signature Style Ajay Jadhav is known for accountability journalism. His work often bridges the gap between high-level policy and the "ground zero" reality of Pune's residents. He is particularly focused on Sustainable Development, ensuring that as Pune grows into a "Bharat Mandapam" style destination (referring to his report on the Lohegaon project), its environmental and social safeguards remain intact. X (Twitter): @ajay_khape ... Read More

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