The Election Commission of India has delisted 334 Registered Unrecognized Political Parties (RUPPs) for failing to contest elections for over six years and not complying with mandatory disclosure norms under Section 29A of the RP Act, 1951, said an ECI notification.

As per ECI data, there are currently six national parties, 67 state parties, and 2,854 RUPPs registered in the country. Political parties are required to contest elections at least once every six years and promptly inform the Commission about any changes in their name, address, or office bearers, added the notification.
In June 2025, the ECI directed Chief Electoral Officers (CEOs) of states and Union territories to verify compliance of 345 RUPPs. The CEOs conducted inquiries, issued show-cause notices, and allowed parties to present their case through personal hearings. The verification found 334 RUPPs in violation of the rules, while the remaining cases were sent back for re-verification.

Following the findings, the ECI removed these 334 RUPPs from its list, reducing the total to 2,520. The Commission stated that delisted parties will no longer be eligible for benefits and recognition under ECI norms.

The move is part of the ECI’s larger, continuous drive to clean up the electoral system and ensure greater accountability among registered political outfits.