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ECI Extends SIR Dates for Andhra Pradesh and Meghalaya in Second Meeting Within Four Days
✍️ thehindu.com
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 10:37 AM
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The Election Commission of India held a second meeting in four days and decided to extend the Schedule of Instructions (SIR) dates for the states of Andhra Pradesh and Meghalaya.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) convened a second meeting within a span of four days to address the electoral schedule for the states of Andhra Pradesh and Meghalaya. During the session, the commission approved an extension of the Schedule of Instructions (SIR) dates for both states. The decision aims to provide additional time for the preparation and conduct of elections.
The extension reflects the commission’s effort to ensure a smooth electoral process amid logistical and administrative challenges. By adjusting the SIR dates, the ECI seeks to accommodate the needs of voters and candidates in the affected regions.
No further details regarding the new dates or the reasons for the extension were disclosed during the meeting. The ECI will likely release official notifications outlining the revised timelines shortly.
The extension reflects the commission’s effort to ensure a smooth electoral process amid logistical and administrative challenges. By adjusting the SIR dates, the ECI seeks to accommodate the needs of voters and candidates in the affected regions.
No further details regarding the new dates or the reasons for the extension were disclosed during the meeting. The ECI will likely release official notifications outlining the revised timelines shortly.