In a significant pre-election exercise across Haryana, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) have embarked on a massive door-to-door campaign to verify and cross-reference voter information. This initiative is part of the preparatory work for the upcoming Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls.
Linking Generations: The 2002 Voter List Connection
The core objective of this drive is to identify voters whose names are present in the current list but were absent from the 2002 electoral rolls, provided their parents or grandparents were registered at that time. This generational linking aims to strengthen the integrity and accuracy of the voter database. So far, the process has successfully matched approximately 79 lakh voters from the current list with the 2002 voter list. This is a substantial figure, considering the state has around 2 crore registered voters in total.
BLOs are visiting households across the state to collect and verify information directly from citizens. During these visits, voters are required to fill out two copies of an enumeration form. One copy is retained by the voter, while the other is collected by the BLO for official record-keeping and list preparation.
Official Guidance and Public Cooperation
Gurgaon's Deputy Commissioner and District Election Officer, Ajay Kumar, has provided crucial guidance for voters seeking clarity. He stated that individuals unsure about the assembly constituency where their or their family's name was registered in 2002 can utilize the "Search your name in Last SIR" facility on the official Election Commission of India website (www.eci.gov.in).
Appealing for public support, the DC urged all voters to cooperate fully with the visiting BLOs. "BLOs come to your homes to collect information; therefore, cooperate by providing correct and complete information so that the district's voter list can be made completely error-free," he emphasized. He clarified that if a voter's name is found in both the 2002 and the current 2024 lists, no additional documents will be necessary. Both lists are publicly accessible on the election department's website for verification.
Rationalization of Polling Stations
As part of the broader revision process, polling stations in the state will be rationalized according to Election Commission of India (ECI) guidelines. The rule mandates a maximum of 1,200 voters per polling station. Any station exceeding this voter limit will see the creation of a new polling station to ensure smoother and more efficient voting on election day.
This comprehensive exercise underscores the administration's commitment to preparing a robust and error-free electoral roll, which is the cornerstone of a fair democratic process. The active participation of voters in providing accurate information is vital for the success of this mission.
