Election Commission Extends SIR Timeline by One Week
Election Commission extends SIR Phase 2 deadline by a week across 12 states/UTs to ensure electoral roll transparency. New draft publication date now December 16.
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Rajasthan BLOs achieve 95.9% voter enumeration target
Rajasthan election officials achieve 95.9% voter enumeration success despite deadline extension. Jaipur district shows impressive 91% completion rate. Read how technical expertise drove this achievement.
BLO Hangs Self in UP's Moradabad Over Work Pressure
A 48-year-old Booth Level Officer in Moradabad dies by suicide, citing overwhelming election work pressure in his final note. Investigation underway.
Bengal BLOs Struggle with Voter Form Refusals
Booth Level Officers across West Bengal face mounting challenges as voters refuse to return filled enumeration forms, forcing many to be marked 'not found'. Learn about the growing crisis affecting election revision.
Two BLOs Die During Election Roll Revision in UP
Two Booth Level Officers died in Uttar Pradesh amid Special Intensive Revision of poll rolls. One committed suicide citing work pressure, another died of cardiac arrest after working late. Election Commission extends schedule.
BLO Dies During SIR Data Upload in Dholpur
Tragic incident as Booth Level Officer Anuj collapses while uploading Special Intensive Revision data in Rajasthan's Dholpur district. Details emerging.
Woman BLO dies of cardiac arrest in UP's Bijnor
Shobharani, a 56-year-old Booth Level Officer in Bijnor, passed away from cardiac arrest. The incident highlights health risks for public servants. Read the full report.
Media's Dangerous Habit of Assigning Suicide Causes
Indian media's practice of attributing simple causes to suicide is misleading and dangerous, risking copycat incidents. Learn why mental health complexity matters.
Ghaziabad BLOs Rewarded for Excellent Election Work
Ghaziabad district administration honored 10 booth-level officers with performance incentives during Special Intensive Revision. Pooja Rani received Rs 10,000 for 100% digitization achievement.
Kolkata's Final SIR Form Push Before Dec 4 Deadline
Kolkata witnesses intensified SIR form collection drive as December 4 deadline approaches. BLOs, political workers, and residents' associations ramp up efforts to reach voters across neighborhoods.
Patna Youth Festival winners advance to state competition
Winners from Patna's District-Level Youth Festival 2025-26 will represent the city at the State Youth Festival. The event featured folk dance, singing, painting and literary competitions.
Agra's Final Voter Form Collection Drive Before Dec 4
Agra launches special door-to-door campaign to collect voter forms before December 4 deadline. BLOs to visit households on Sunday with 1,600 extra staff deployed. Ensure your name appears in electoral roll.
Female BLO assaulted during SIR duty in Aligarh
A female booth-level officer was assaulted and official documents torn during SIR form collection in Aligarh's Gabhana. Police arrested one accused as teachers demand action.
Bengal BLOs Press for Compensation Over Work Pressure
West Bengal's Booth Level Officers demand compensation, accusing Election Commission of ignoring their work pressure. Read about their grievances and EC's security measures.
BJP National Team Monitors Electoral Roll Revision
BJP establishes national coordination committee led by Tarun Chugh to oversee Special Intensive Revision of voter lists, addressing BLO concerns across India. Stay informed about election preparations.
ECI Orders Security for Bengal Poll Officials After Protests
Election Commission mandates robust security for West Bengal election officials after Kolkata office tensions. Special Roll Observer appointed to oversee electoral revision process.
4 BLOs Dead in Bengal During Electoral Roll Revision
Tragedy strikes as 55-year-old booth-level officer dies from cardiac arrest while struggling with technical issues during special intensive revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal.
Gujarat Teacher Dies During Electoral Roll Revision
A 50-year-old teacher serving as booth-level officer dies of heart attack during electoral roll revision in Gujarat. Opposition blames work pressure as this marks fifth BLO death.
Bengal BJP Chief Demands CEC's Presence in Kolkata
West Bengal BJP President Samik Bhattacharya launched a sharp attack on Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, demanding he monitor elections from Kolkata, not Delhi. Read the full story.
Bilhour Teacher Suspended Over Election Duty Negligence
Assistant teacher Kamal Singh suspended for ignoring Special Intensive Revision work directives as BLO. Suspension ordered by Basic Shiksha Adhikari. Full details inside.
ECI-TMC Standoff Escalates Over Bengal Voter Rolls
Election Commission rebuts TMC allegations, orders police protection for officers in West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision. Draft rolls due December 9.
Lakshadweep becomes first UT with digitized voter forms
Lakshadweep creates history as first Union Territory to complete full digitization of voter forms under SIR 2.0. 55 BLOs conducted house visits across all islands. Learn how this digital leap transforms electoral process.
Fourth BLO Death in Bengal Triggers Political Row
West Bengal reports fourth BLO death during SIR, sparking political blame game. Election Commission under scrutiny as safety concerns mount.
Fourth Gujarat BLO Dies of Heart Attack Since SIR
A Booth Level Officer in Gujarat dies of a heart attack, marking the fourth such tragedy since the SIR system began. Read about the mounting concerns over official workloads.
Ahmedabad BLOs Protest Over Workload, Server Issues
250 government teachers serving as Booth Level Officers staged protest in Ahmedabad citing excessive workload, threats from officials and server problems. Authorities promise solutions.
Coimbatore Sanitary Workers Collect Voter Forms Illegally
Coimbatore corporation sanitary workers collected SIR enumeration forms in Ramanathapuram, violating protocol. Officials warn this unauthorized activity worsens sanitation crisis. Read full investigation.
Who Are BLOs? Election Commission's Grassroots Warriors
Discover the crucial role of Booth Level Officers in India's electoral process. Learn about their duties, challenges, and why they're vital for democratic elections. Essential reading for UPSC aspirants.
Booth-Level Officers Protest Electoral Roll Revision
Booth-level officers face immense pressure during Election Commission's special revision of electoral rolls. Multiple states report protests, FIRs, and even deaths amid political controversy.
BJP meets EC over Bengal voter list issues, BLO pressure
BJP delegation raises concerns about illegal voters, political coercion against BLOs during Bengal's Special Intensive Revision. Demands EC intervention to ensure electoral integrity.
Ghoramara BLOs fight odds to complete voter review
Four booth officers on sinking Ghoramara island burn midnight oil, using solar Wi-Fi to complete a special voter review by Dec 4 deadline amid climate migration.
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