EC May Act Against Baruipur Officials for SIR Lapses
Election Commission reviews action against Baruipur officials after a teacher, removed as BLO, was found collecting SIR forms. Probe initiated into alleged indiscipline and illegal activity.
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BLO's Wife Seeks EC Help for Medical Bills
The wife of a Howrah BLO seeks financial aid from the Election Commission for his leg infection treatment, caused by extensive walking during SIR work. Read the full story.
93% of SIR Voter Forms Digitised, Draft Roll Dec 16
Election Commission digitises 93.27% of SIR forms from 9 states & 3 UTs, covering 47.54 crore voters. Draft electoral roll publication on December 16 remains on schedule. Read the latest update.
Man held in Noida for misbehaving with woman BLO
A man named Joginder was arrested in Noida's Sector 12 for obstructing a woman Booth Level Officer on duty. The incident, caught on video, occurred at a primary school. Read the full details.
9th BLO Dies During UP Electoral Roll Work, Family Blames Stress
A 45-year-old teacher serving as a Booth Level Officer in Hathras collapsed and died before duty. His family alleges work stress, marking the 9th fatality in 11 days during the electoral roll revision in Uttar Pradesh. Read the full report.
Mamata Announces Rs 2 Lakh for 39 SIR-Linked Deaths
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announces Rs 2 lakh compensation for families of 39 individuals, including BLOs, whose deaths are linked to the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Read the full story.
Paralysed BLO in Amethi Honoured for Completing SIR Work
Rajrani, a 45-year-old BLO and anganwadi worker in Amethi, overcame a paralysed leg to finish the Special Intensive Revision drive with her daughter's help. The district administration is honouring her dedication with a special dinner. Read her inspiring
Urdu Press on EC's SIR, BLO Deaths & a Jammu Land Gift
Urdu dailies highlight the Election Commission's SIR controversy, BLO fatalities, a Hindu neighbour's land gift in Jammu, and Karnataka's CM transition. Read the full analysis.
UP BLO Dies at Home, Family Cites Work Pressure
A Booth Level Officer in UP's Hathras died after collapsing at home. His family alleges extreme work pressure was the cause. Read the full report on the incident and the growing concerns over BLO duties.
Massive Protest Outside Bengal CEO Office Over Poll Roll
A major protest erupted in Kolkata as BJP MLAs met EC officials. BLOs demanded extension & compensation, while BJP alleged digitisation fraud. Full details inside.
Noida's Special Voter Registration Camps Target Labour, Offices
Noida administration conducts Special Intensive Revision (SIR) camps on Dec 1-2, setting up 50 booths in labour areas & offices to ensure no eligible voter is left out. Get your details corrected on the spot.
Opposition Accuses Govt of Avoiding Debate, Bulldozing Bills
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and SP's Akhilesh Yadav accuse PM Modi of 'dramabazi', demand Parliament debate on BLO deaths and SIR. They allege govt shattered conventions, passed 12 bills in 15 mins.
Final 10 Days to Trace Missing Voters in Noida, Ghaziabad
Noida and Ghaziabad administrations intensify efforts to locate over 12 lakh untraceable voters as the Special Intensive Revision exercise enters its final phase. Large-scale verification camps are being held.
UP Teacher Dies During Election Duty, 8th Fatality in 10 Days
A headmaster in Sambhal died of a heart attack during Special Intensive Revision of voter lists, the eighth such death in Uttar Pradesh. Family cites immense pressure on BLOs.
BLO Duty Extension Hits Kolkata Schools During Exams
Kolkata schools face severe staff shortage as teachers' BLO duties are extended by 7 days, disrupting exams and evaluations. School heads express deep concern over managing crucial year-end processes.
BJP meets Bengal CEO as BLOs protest excessive workload
A BJP delegation visited the West Bengal CEO's office on December 1, 2025, amid protests by Booth Level Officers demanding deadline extension and compensation. Read the full story.
BJP MLAs, BLOs Clash at West Bengal CEO Office
Tension erupted as BJP MLAs visited the West Bengal CEO office, facing protests from BLOs demanding compensation and a two-month deferral of the electoral roll revision. Details inside.
UP BLO Deaths: Families Blame SIR Stress, Officials Deny
Two more BLO deaths in Uttar Pradesh, blamed on SIR workload pressure, ignite a crisis. Families demand answers as officials deny any link. Read the full story.
BJP meets Bengal CEO as BLOs protest over workload
A BJP delegation led by Suvendu Adhikari met West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer in Kolkata. The visit coincided with protests by BLOs demanding deadline extension and compensation. Read the full story.
UP CEO: No Pressure on BLOs, 70% SIR Forms Digitised
UP CEO Navdeep Rinwa instructs DEOs to prevent mental pressure on BLOs amid deaths linked to SIR work stress. Over 10.75 crore forms, 70% of voters, digitised. Read the full story.
7 BLO Deaths in UP Amid SIR Work Pressure
Tragic deaths of 7 Booth Level Officers in Uttar Pradesh linked to SIR workload pressure. Families demand justice as officials deny direct connection. Read the full investigation.
Bengal Election Officials Collapse During Electoral Work
Two West Bengal government officials involved in electoral roll revision hospitalized due to health crises. Family members blame excessive workload and Election Commission pressure for the incidents.
25 BLO Deaths During Voter Revision: AAP Blames Centre
AAP accuses Centre and Election Commission over 25 BLO deaths during voter list revision in Delhi. Party demands compensation and justice for families affected by extreme workload.
AAP Protests BLO Deaths During Voter List Revision
AAP organizes statewide protests over BLO deaths during voter list revision. Sanjay Singh demands ₹1 crore compensation per family and alleges election manipulation through SIR process.
7 BLO Deaths in UP Expose Extreme Electoral Work Pressure
A 46-year-old teacher & BLO dies by suicide in Moradabad, citing severe stress from voter list work. This marks the 7th BLO death during UP's electoral revision, raising alarm over work pressure.
Electoral Roll Revision Extended After BLO Deaths, Pressure
Election Commission extends Special Intensive Revision by one week following BLO deaths and workload concerns. Kolkata officers react with relief and frustration.
BLO Hangs Self in UP's Moradabad Over Work Pressure
A 48-year-old Booth Level Officer in Moradabad dies by suicide, citing overwhelming election work pressure in his final note. Investigation underway.
BLO Dies During SIR Data Upload in Dholpur
Tragic incident as Booth Level Officer Anuj collapses while uploading Special Intensive Revision data in Rajasthan's Dholpur district. Details emerging.
Woman BLO dies of cardiac arrest in UP's Bijnor
Shobharani, a 56-year-old Booth Level Officer in Bijnor, passed away from cardiac arrest. The incident highlights health risks for public servants. Read the full report.
UP CEO: SIR challenges in urban areas, no panic needed
UP CEO Navdeep Rinwa addresses SIR challenges, BLO support, and voter list updates. Draft list not final - citizens can still register. Key details on manpower and urban hurdles.
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