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Election Commission Extends Special Intensive Revision Deadlines in Six States While Bengal's Timeline Remains Unchanged
Dec 11, 2025 07:28 pm CST
The Election Commission has extended the special intensive revision (SIR) exercise for voter roll cleanup in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands, while maintaining original deadlines for West Bengal and other states. This extension follows criticism from opposition parties about impractical timelines overburdening election officials, with updated publication dates for draft electoral rolls now scheduled throughout December.
Election Commission Identifies Three West Bengal Polling Booths With 100% "Progeny" Voters Requiring Review
Dec 04, 2025 01:13 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has ordered a review of three anomalous polling booths in West Bengal where 100% of voters are classified as "progeny" voters with no "self" voters present. This unusual situation, discovered during the Special Intensive Revision process, has raised concerns about potential irregularities in Cooch Behar, Hooghly, and South 24 Parganas districts, prompting official investigation and potential disciplinary action.
West Bengal Government Announces Rs 2 Lakh Financial Aid for Families Affected by SIR-Linked Deaths
Dec 03, 2025 12:55 am CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced financial assistance of Rs 2 lakh each for families of 39 individuals who allegedly died due to "SIR-induced panic." The government will also provide Rs 1 lakh to 13 others who fell ill during the enumeration exercise, as the state addresses the widespread distress reportedly caused by the SIR implementation.
Government Agrees to Parliamentary Debate on Electoral Reforms and Special Intensive Revision of Voter Rolls
Dec 02, 2025 04:31 pm CST
The Indian government has agreed to the opposition's demands for a parliamentary debate on electoral reforms, focusing on the controversial Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls. Opposition parties led by Congress and Trinamool have criticized the process, alleging it could illegally remove legitimate voters. The controversy has extended to concerns about pressure on booth-level officers, with protests occurring outside the Election Commission's Kolkata office.
Booth-Level Officers Face Crisis: Stress, Suicides, and Struggle in India's Voter List Cleanup Drive
Dec 01, 2025 03:38 pm CST
India's booth-level officers (BLOs) are facing severe challenges during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of voter lists, with reports of suicides and deaths linked to work pressure. BLOs report insufficient training, tight deadlines, and inadequate compensation while conducting door-to-door voter verifications across 12 states. With daily schedules stretching to 16 hours and minimal support, these essential election workers are calling for extended deadlines and better compensation for their critical role in maintaining electoral integrity.
Mamata Banerjee Claims BJP Will Sacrifice Gujarat to Win Bengal in 2026 Election
Nov 25, 2025 09:15 pm CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has made a bold prediction that BJP will lose Gujarat in order to win Bengal in the 2026 election. She criticized the Special Intensive Revision of voter lists and accused the Election Commission of bias, while highlighting concerns about booth-level officer deaths amid rushed verification processes. The Trinamool leader's comments come as BJP focuses on a new strategy targeting her party's grassroots support following recent victories in Delhi and Bihar.
Rising Toll: BLO Deaths Spotlight Election Commission's Voter Revision Crisis in India
Nov 25, 2025 04:03 pm CST
At least nine Booth-Level Officers (BLOs) have died across India within a week, drawing attention to the extreme pressures faced during voter list revisions. Opposition leaders criticize the Election Commission's demanding verification targets while the EC responds with workload limitations and increased allowances. This growing crisis highlights the challenging conditions electoral workers face while balancing their primary jobs with essential democratic functions.
Amit Shah Accuses Political Parties of Protecting Infiltrators Amid Mamata Banerjee's SIR Criticism
Nov 21, 2025 03:45 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee clash over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with Shah alleging some parties are protecting infiltrators while Banerjee calls the process chaotic and dangerous. The dispute highlights tensions over electoral integrity in poll-bound West Bengal, with BJP leaders accusing Banerjee of attempting to shield illegal voters.
Assam Launches Special Electoral Revision: Existing Voters Protected While Ensuring Inclusive Registration
Nov 18, 2025 07:17 pm CST
Assam has begun a unique Special Revision of electoral rolls ahead of 2025 assembly elections, with Chief Electoral Officer Anurag Goel confirming existing voters face no documentation requirements while new residents can register with minimal proof. The process includes home verification visits and accommodates displaced citizens, with the final voter list publication scheduled for February 10.
Understanding Assam's D-Voters: Election Commission's Special Summary Revision Process Explained
Nov 18, 2025 01:25 am CST
The Election Commission of India has announced a special summary revision of electoral rolls in Assam starting November 22, with particular focus on the unique "D-voter" (doubtful voter) category. Nearly 97,000 D-voters will remain unchanged in the electoral roll unless they receive clearance from foreigners tribunals or courts, highlighting the complex intersection of citizenship verification and voting rights ahead of the 2026 Assam assembly elections.