West Bengal's Transparent Voter Roll Revision: Ensuring No Legitimate Voter is Left Behind

In a recent announcement, West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal emphasized the integrity of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Agarwal assured voters that no legitimate elector's name would be removed from the lists.

During a press briefing following an all-party meeting, Agarwal detailed the process, stating, "From November 4, we will conduct door-to-door surveys with Booth Level Officers collecting vital data and assigning QR codes to each voter." He reassured that the electoral rolls would remain fair and transparent, covering all eligible voters.

Agarwal highlighted the cooperation from political parties and the state's commitment to providing security for Booth Level Officers. He expressed confidence in completing the revision within a month, citing efficient measures by the Election Commission and local involvement in the process.