Will Over 10 Lakh Names Be Removed from Bengal's Voter List After SIR?
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Synopsis
The Election Commission of India has revealed that over 10 lakh names are set to be removed from West Bengal's voter list due to the ongoing Special Intensive Revision. This significant change is crucial for ensuring accurate electoral rolls. Voters are urged to submit their forms by December 4 to avoid deletion from the list.
Key Takeaways
- Over 10 lakh names to be deleted from the voter list.
- Deadline for submission of forms is December 4.
- Draft voters' list to be published on December 9.
- Deletions include deceased, duplicates, and untraceable voters.
- BLOs play a crucial role in this process.
Kolkata, Nov 24 (NationPress): The Election Commission of India (ECI) has projected that more than 10 lakh names will be removed from the voters’ list in West Bengal once the current Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process is finalized. This estimate is based on an analysis of enumeration forms that have been collected by two-tier officers (BOs/BLOs) and subsequently uploaded to the BLO App, according to a source from the office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), West Bengal.
The source elaborated that the deletions will primarily include the names of deceased individuals, duplicate entries (voters listed in two locations), those who have permanently relocated to another state, and voters who are untraceable.
“The highest number of deletions will occur among deceased voters, estimated to be around 6.5 lakh,” the insider mentioned. “The ongoing collection of properly filled enumeration forms and their upload to the BLO App will determine the final count of names eliminated from the voters’ list, which will be revealed after the completion of the process and the publication of the draft voters’ list by the commission.”
On Monday, the CEO of West Bengal, Manoj Kumar Agarwal, urged voters who have not yet submitted their completed enumeration forms to do so as soon as possible.
He emphasized that the deadline for submitting the duly filled enumeration forms is December 4, and there will be no extensions. Those who fail to submit their forms will have their names automatically removed from the voters’ list.
The draft list is set to be published on December 9.
Addressing concerns regarding the reported deaths of three BLOs in West Bengal, allegedly related to the workload from SIR, Agarwal stated that the ECI has received comprehensive reports from the respective district magistrates, who also serve as the district electoral officers.
“The contributions of the BLOs to the SIR exercise in West Bengal are truly commendable. They are, in every sense, the unsung heroes of the revision process,” Agarwal added.
Point of View
I emphasize the importance of maintaining an accurate and updated voters' list. The ongoing Special Intensive Revision in West Bengal reflects the ECI's commitment to ensuring electoral integrity. The removal of over 10 lakh names, primarily due to deceased individuals and duplicates, is a necessary step. We encourage all eligible voters to participate proactively in this process to safeguard their voting rights.
NationPress
24/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are names being deleted from the voter list?
Names are being deleted due to reasons such as the death of voters, duplicate entries, or individuals who have relocated to another state.
What is the deadline for submitting enumeration forms?
The deadline for submitting duly filled enumeration forms is December 4.
When will the draft voters' list be published?
The draft voters' list is scheduled to be published on December 9.
What happens if I don't submit my enumeration form?
If you do not submit your enumeration form by the deadline, your name will be automatically deleted from the voters' list.
Who is responsible for the Special Intensive Revision?
The Special Intensive Revision is conducted by the Election Commission of India, with the assistance of local electoral officers.
