Understanding Assam's D-Voters: Election Commission's Special Summary Revision Process Explained

Nov 18, 2025 01:25 am CST

The Election Commission of India has announced a special summary revision of electoral rolls in Assam starting November 22, with particular focus on the unique "D-voter" (doubtful voter) category. Nearly 97,000 D-voters will remain unchanged in the electoral roll unless they receive clearance from foreigners tribunals or courts, highlighting the complex intersection of citizenship verification and voting rights ahead of the 2026 Assam assembly elections.