voter list cleanup
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.
Election Commission Extends Voter List Cleanup Deadline in 12 States Amid BLO Pressure
Nov 30, 2025 03:40 pm CST
The Election Commission has extended the special intensive revision (SIR) exercise deadline to February 14 across 12 states and Union Territories. Opposition parties have requested better planning amid reports of immense pressure on booth level officers, with some BLO suicides reported. In Bengal, where elections are approaching, the EC has identified 18.70 lakh dead voters and estimates approximately 35 lakh voters may be removed from draft lists.
Prepare For Voter Roll Revision By September 30: Poll Body To State Officers
Sep 21, 2025 04:43 pm CST
The Election Commission has asked its state election officers to be ready for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) by September 30, in an indication that the poll authority could launch the voter list cleanup exercise as early as October-November.