Special Intensive Revision
Block Level Officers Protest Over Duty Status and Security During Voter Roll Revision Training in West Bengal
Nov 02, 2025 08:10 pm CST
Government employees serving as Block Level Officers in West Bengal protested during training for Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls, demanding official duty status recognition and central security protection. The protests at Kolkata's Nazrul Mancha auditorium highlighted tensions between teachers assigned electoral duties and their regular responsibilities, with female officers refusing evening work without security guarantees. The situation has intensified political conflict between the Trinamool Congress government and BJP over the election preparation process.
Prashant Kishor Applies for Removal from Bengal Voter List Following Election Commission Notice
Nov 01, 2025 10:12 pm CST
Prashant Kishor, founder of Jan Suraaj party, has applied to have his name removed from West Bengal's voter list amid controversy over dual registration. The Election Commission sent him a notice after discovering his name in both Bengal and Bihar electoral rolls, which violates the Representation of the People Act. Kishor questions why the duplication wasn't addressed during Bihar's revision process and remains committed to offering a third political alternative in Bihar's upcoming elections.
Trinamool Congress Sets Up Help Desks to Protect Voter Rights in Bengal's Special Intensive Revision
Nov 01, 2025 12:13 am CST
The Trinamool Congress is establishing help desks across West Bengal to ensure no legitimate voters are excluded during the Special Intensive Revision process. Led by Abhishek Banerjee, the party has warned of major protests in Delhi if voter names are omitted, particularly in border districts where irregularities have already been reported. Teams of party workers are comparing physical and digital voter lists to identify discrepancies before Booth Level Officers begin home visits.
Bengal's Voter List Revision Sparks Political Outreach as Parties Address Public Anxiety
Oct 31, 2025 10:00 pm CST
Amid reports of suicide deaths allegedly linked to Bengal's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists, political parties are mobilizing to support anxious residents. Trinamool Congress distributes 2002 electoral rolls while BJP establishes assistance camps, particularly in North 24 Parganas district with its large post-Partition migrant population. The verification process runs until February, months before the Assembly election.
Bihar Voter Roll Revision Impact: Analysis Shows Potential Influence on Over 100 Assembly Seats
Oct 31, 2025 12:13 am CST
A comprehensive analysis of Bihar's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) data reveals a 4.88% statewide reduction in registered voters, potentially affecting outcomes in over 100 Assembly constituencies. The study, conducted using AI to analyze 90,000 voter documents, shows regional variations with Seemanchal and Bhojpur experiencing the highest voter reductions, while the impact appears distributed across both NDA and RJD+ strongholds, setting the stage for significant electoral implications in the upcoming Bihar Assembly polls.
West Bengal Farmer Attempts Suicide Over Voter ID Spelling Error Amid Electoral Revision Fears
Oct 30, 2025 04:10 pm CST
A West Bengal farmer attempted suicide after consuming pesticide due to fears that a spelling error in his voter ID card would result in his removal from electoral rolls during the Special Intensive Revision exercise. The incident highlights growing anxiety among voters ahead of upcoming assembly elections, with authorities responding to address concerns about the identification verification process.
Election Commission Launches 1950 Helpline for West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls
Oct 30, 2025 12:08 pm CST
The Election Commission has established a dedicated voter helpline (1950) to address concerns and ensure transparency during West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The comprehensive support system includes the National Contact Centre, district-level services, and the ECINET platform, allowing voters to connect directly with election officials and have complaints resolved within 48 hours.
Trinamool Congress MP Calls for Resistance Against BJP's Voter List Revision in Bengal
Oct 29, 2025 09:34 pm CST
Bengal's Trinamool Congress is intensifying opposition to the BJP over Special Intensive Revision of voter lists before upcoming assembly elections. MP Abhishek Banerjee has urged supporters to resist demands for birth certificates, while the Election Commission clarifies documentation requirements. Tensions escalate following an alleged suicide linked to fears over the revision process, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accusing the BJP of weaponizing the National Registry of Citizens.
West Bengal Minister Threatens "Breaking Legs" of Election Commission Over CAA Implementation Concerns
Oct 29, 2025 02:22 pm CST
West Bengal Minister Firhad Hakim sparked controversy by threatening to "break the legs" of the Election Commission and BJP if the Citizenship Amendment Act implementation removes genuine voters from electoral rolls. This comes amid tensions over the Special Intensive Revision of voter lists in Bengal ahead of assembly elections, raising concerns about potential political violence and constitutional overreach.
MK Stalin Leads DMK Workshop to Protect Voters During Electoral Roll Revision Ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections
Oct 28, 2025 11:17 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has conducted a strategic workshop training DMK party workers to monitor the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Calling the 2026 Assembly election crucial for protecting Tamil Nadu's identity, Stalin accused opposition parties of attempting to disenfranchise legitimate voters while expressing confidence in securing a seventh term for the DMK government.