Special Intensive Revision
Election Commission Demands Improved Security Measures Following Breach at Kolkata Office
Nov 26, 2025 06:02 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has formally addressed Kolkata Police Commissioner regarding a security breach at their central Kolkata office, where protesting Booth Level Officers entered unauthorized. Citing inadequate security that endangers electoral staff and operations, the Commission has demanded immediate safety improvements and requested a report within 24 hours, especially with upcoming state elections.
Unusual Voter Names in Madhya Pradesh: The Fascinating Story of Dry Fruit Democracy
Nov 26, 2025 02:34 pm CST
In Agar Malwa district of Madhya Pradesh, two polling stations feature electoral rolls with extraordinary names like Kaju, Badam, and Bollywood icons. This unique phenomenon stems from the Pardhi community's nomadic lifestyle, where children are named after prominent surroundings at birth. Despite these unconventional names, the electoral process runs smoothly, showcasing India's inclusive democracy where everyone's vote matters regardless of their name.
Election Commission to Meet Trinamool Delegation Amid Protests Over Electoral Roll Revisions
Nov 26, 2025 07:19 am CST
The Election Commission of India has scheduled a meeting with a ten-member Trinamool Congress delegation on November 28 to address concerns about the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has voiced strong opposition to the SIR exercise, questioning its implementation across multiple states and assuring voters their names won't be removed from electoral lists. Meanwhile, opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari has accused the TMC government of violating neutrality principles during the revision process.
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.
Jharkhand Minister Sparks Controversy by Telling Citizens to "Lock Up" Electoral Officials During Voter List Revision
Nov 24, 2025 08:48 pm CST
A significant political controversy has erupted after Jharkhand's Congress minister Irfan Ansari urged citizens to confine electoral officers during voter list revision visits. The BJP has demanded legal action while opposition-ruled states continue to protest against the Special Intensive Revision process nationwide, with West Bengal's Chief Minister also raising serious concerns about the implementation.
West Bengal BLO Found Dead Amid Special Intensive Revision Work Pressure: 28 Lives Lost in Election Exercise
Nov 22, 2025 04:46 pm CST
A 54-year-old teacher and Booth Level Officer was found dead in West Bengal's Nadia, with evidence suggesting work-related stress from the Special Intensive Revision exercise. This follows multiple similar deaths, prompting Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to request the Election Commission halt the process that has reportedly claimed 28 lives due to pressure and overload.
Trinamool Congress Rallies to Secure Matua Community Support Amid SIR Challenges in West Bengal
Nov 22, 2025 12:40 am CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will hold a strategic rally in Thakurnagar to appeal to the divided Matua community, which is struggling with documentation challenges under the Special Intensive Revision process despite CAA implementation. With Matuas influencing up to 70 assembly seats, TMC is working to consolidate this critical voting bloc ahead of upcoming state elections.
Pilibhit Administration Offers Safari and Lunch Rewards to Top-Performing Electoral Officers During Special Intensive Revision
Nov 21, 2025 10:20 pm CST
The Pilibhit district administration has implemented an innovative incentive program offering rewards including tiger safari trips and family lunches to booth-level officers who excel in digitizing voter forms during Uttar Pradesh's Special Intensive Revision. This electoral update aims to modernize voter rolls after two decades, with over 1,500 officers deployed across the district's four constituencies to process 1.4 million voter records before the December 4 deadline.
Gujarat Teacher Dies By Suicide Due To Electoral Roll Revision Stress: A Mental Health Crisis Among Poll Workers
Nov 21, 2025 07:56 pm CST
A school teacher working as a Booth Level Officer in Gujarat's Gir Somnath district died by suicide, reportedly due to mental stress and exhaustion from Special Intensive Revision duties. The tragedy highlights growing concerns about workload pressures on education professionals assigned electoral responsibilities, coming just a day after another teacher's death in Kheda district attributed to similar work pressure.
TMC Intensifies Voter Revision Campaign With Strategic Focus On Matua Community in West Bengal
Nov 21, 2025 05:57 pm CST
Abhishek Banerjee to address 10,000 TMC leaders virtually regarding the Special Intensive Revision exercise in West Bengal, with particular emphasis on North Bengal's Matua community. The party aims to ensure all legitimate voters are included before the ECI publishes its first draft list on December 9, while strategically challenging BJP's stronghold in key regions.