If Aadhaar is not linked to Voter ID, will the name be removed from the list? Election Commission told the whole truth, do not be afraid of viral messages

Voter ID Aadhaar link last date :A message is spreading like wildfire on social media, especially WhatsApp, claiming that if you do not link your Voter ID card with Aadhaar soon, your name will be removed from the voter list and you will not be able to vote. This message has created a stir among millions of people. But wait, before panicking, know the entire truth of this claim, because the reality is completely different from this.

What is the truth of the viral message?

First and foremost, no citizen’s name will be removed from the voter list if Voter ID is not linked to Aadhaar. This process is currently completely voluntary, not mandatory. The Election Commission has made it clear that this is only a campaign to bring transparency in the electoral process and prevent fake voting. No deadline has been set for this, after which your right to vote will be taken away.

Then why is this linking happening?

The main objective of this campaign is to make the electoral list of India completely pure and error-free. Many times it has been found that the name of the same person is included in the voter list of many different places, due to which there is a possibility of fake voting. Aadhaar card is a unique biometric identity of every person. Linking it with Voter ID will ensure the principle of “one person, one vote” and all such duplicate or fake names will be easily removed. With this, only genuine and eligible voters will remain in the list.

Is your personal data safe?

The biggest concern in people’s minds is about their personal information i.e. privacy. Many people fear that sharing sensitive information like Aadhaar with the Election Commission could lead to misuse of their data. On this, the Election Commission has made it clear that this process is completely safe and the voters’ data will be collected and kept safe only by following the guidelines of the Supreme Court.

Create a link like this in 2 minutes sitting at home

If you want to voluntarily help in making the electoral process cleaner by linking your Voter ID with Aadhaar, you can easily do this from home:

1. Via website: Website of National Voter’s Service Portal (NVSP) www.voters.eci.gov.in Go to and submit your details by filling Form 6B.
2. Via App: Download the ‘Voter Helpline’ app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Here also you will have to fill Form 6B and give information about Aadhaar and Voter ID.
3. Booth Level Officer (BLO): You can also complete this process offline by contacting the BLO of your area.

In all these processes you have to enter your Voter ID (EPIC) number, Aadhaar number and OTP received on the registered mobile number.

Finally, remember that your vote is your democratic right and no rumor can take it away. Be aware, avoid forwarding fake messages and always check the official website of the Election Commission for information.