Telangana Clarifies Language Options for Filling Enumeration Forms During Election Revision
Election officials in Telangana have clarified that Enumeration Forms, despite being distributed in Telugu, can be filled in English. The state is deploying volunteers to assist voters in tribal and Urdu-dominated areas to ensure an accurate, updated electoral roll by October 2026.
Highlights
- •Election authorities in Telangana allow Enumeration Forms to be filled in English alongside Telugu.
- •Special volunteers are being appointed to assist voters in Urdu-dominated areas and tribal belts like Nagarkurnool.
- •The BLO App supports both English and Telugu inputs to reduce data anomalies by an estimated 70-80 percent.
- •The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) concludes with the final electoral roll publication on October 1, 2026.
Election authorities in Telangana have addressed concerns regarding the language options available for filling out Enumeration Forms (EF). Officials clarified that although the forms are being distributed in Telugu across the state—with the exception of the Hyderabad district—citizens are permitted to complete them in English. This measure is intended to streamline the electoral process for all eligible voters.
During an awareness program focused on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), hosted by the Telangana Press Academy, B. Chennaiah, the state-level nodal officer for training, confirmed the flexibility of the digital tools. He stated that the BLO App is designed to support both Telugu and English. While the physical copies of the form may appear in Telugu, voters have the option to enter their details in English to ensure accuracy.
Improving Voter Participation and Accuracy
To further assist voters who may face language barriers, the authorities are deploying volunteers across the region. These personnel will provide specialized help, particularly in Urdu-dominated areas and tribal belts. In regions such as Nagarkurnool and Nalgonda, where communities like the Gonds and Chechus reside, local interpreters will be engaged to simplify the Enumeration Forms submission process. B. Chennaiah expressed optimism that these efforts will lead to a significant reduction in voter data anomalies, projecting a correction rate of 70 to 80 percent.
The Special Intensive Revision process is structured into several critical stages. The enumeration phase, which involves the distribution, collection, and digitization of forms, is scheduled to run from June 25 to July 24. Following this, the draft roll will be published on July 31, coinciding with the rationalization of polling stations. The authorities will also address claims and objections from July 31 through August 30. The final publication of the electoral roll is set for October 1.
For those whose Enumeration Forms could not be submitted due to factors such as relocation, absence, or duplicate entries, updated lists will be accessible through the CEO’s official website. These details will also be posted at the offices of Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) and gram panchayats. By maintaining transparency and providing multiple language options, the administration aims to ensure a comprehensive and error-free electoral database for the upcoming cycle.
