Dhanbad DC warns against fake documents during SIR | Ranchi News
Sharad Chandra| TNNDhanbad: The district administration has issued a strong warning to citizens against preparing or submitting fake documents during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll starting from June 30, cautioning that strict legal action will be taken against offenders.District election officer-cum-deputy commissioner Aditya Ranjan said instances have surfaced in several districts where organised groups allegedly generated fake birth and caste certificates through fraudulent websites. “No citizen should get fake or unauthorized documents prepared, nor should anyone attempt to do so,” he said, urging voters to remain vigilant.The SIR process requires electors to furnish documents for verification and updation of voter records. Officials said some fraudulent elements are trying to exploit this requirement by misleading citizens with forged documents via unauthorised online platforms.Ranjan emphasised that the administration is closely monitoring such activities and warned that anyone found involved in creating, supplying or facilitating fake documents—whether individuals, agents, or organised groups—will face immediate action under relevant laws.The administration has advised residents to verify the authenticity of websites and service providers before applying for any official certificate. Citizens have also been urged to approach concerned govt departments in case of doubts regarding document issuance procedures.The warning comes as the district intensifies preparations for the SIR exercise aimed at ensuring a transparent and accurate electoral database. Officials reiterated that maintaining the integrity of the revision process is a collective responsibility and appealed to citizens to cooperate by submitting only genuine documents.
