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I need information on how to get my name back on the electoral rolls. My brother and I are non-residents in Kuwait and come down to Goa once a year on vacation. There are times our visits coincide with the election of the state or Panchayat, etc. During the last census (I'm not too sure)our names were knocked out of the electoral rolls. I've been told we can get our names back on the electoral and there is a procedure to be followed. I've enquired about this with the Mamlatdar's office in Margoa and I was told that there is an auspicious period once a year and it is only during this period that one can accomplish this task. This really sounded absurd and ridiculous to me. The authorities can't be expecting the non-resident to come down only during this month to do what is their birth right. I'm sure many other non-residents are facing the same problem. Can anyone suggest what the facts are and what is the procedure to be followed. I think this issue ought to be taken up with the authorities by the NRI grievances forums. Any assistance will be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Jorge Gomes