Won’t Allow Any Impediment To SIR Process,” Supreme Court Warns States

The Supreme Court today delivered a strong message to all state governments: the process of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls cannot be obstructed. The top court also extended the deadline for SIR in West Bengal by one more week, from February 14

“Whatever orders or clarification required, we will issue. But we will not allow any impediment to the SIR process. This must be understood by all states,” Chief Justice Surya Kant said during proceedings.

The Court also directed the Director General of Police of the State to file a personal affidavit responding to the concerns raised by the ECI regarding failure to stop threats and violence against SIR officials. The Apex Court said it would not allow anyone to create an impediment in the exercise. The Court said it will issue whatever orders or clarifications are required in the matter.
(updated on 9th feb 2026)