Is the ECI Team in Bengal Making Progress? Four Members Arrive for Review
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Synopsis
As the Election Commission of India intensifies its focus on voter registration, a four-member team is making its second visit to West Bengal this month. Their review of the Special Intensive Revision process marks a crucial step in ensuring a smooth electoral process ahead of the upcoming elections.
Key Takeaways
- Four-member ECI team visits West Bengal for SIR review.
- Second visit this month indicates increased focus on voter registration.
- Over one crore enumeration forms digitized.
- Final SIR process expected to conclude by March next year.
- Voters from the 2002 list recognized; others need specific documentation.
Kolkata, Nov 18 (NationPress) A four-member central delegation from the Election Commission of India (ECI) is set to land in Kolkata on Tuesday for a four-day assessment of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in the state, which commenced on November 4.
This marks the second visit of the ECI team to West Bengal this month, highlighting the poll panel's heightened focus on monitoring the SIR's progress.
The delegation comprises Deputy Election Commissioner Gyanesh Bharti, principal secretaries S.B. Joshi and Malay Mallick, along with deputy secretary Abhinav Agarwal.
Arriving in Kolkata on Tuesday, the team will remain in the state until November 21, assessing the SIR progress in Kolkata, South 24 Parganas, Nadia, Murshidabad, and Malda.
During their previous visit earlier this month, the ECI team monitored the SIR process across three districts in North Bengal.
The first phase of the three-phase SIR in West Bengal started on November 4, with the distribution of enumeration forms to voters nearly complete, as per sources.
According to the latest updates from the Chief Electoral Officer's office, the digitization of enumeration forms collected by booth-level officers is underway, with over one crore forms already digitized.
As of October 27, the total number of registered electors in West Bengal stands at 7,66,37,529.
The entire SIR process is anticipated to conclude by March next year, with the last SIR conducted in the state back in 2002.
Voters listed in the 2002 voter list or whose parents were listed will automatically be recognized as valid voters in the SIR process. Conversely, those without names in the 2002 list must provide one of the 11 specified documents by the ECI to maintain their electoral roll status.
Point of View
The ECI's focus on West Bengal's voter registration process is commendable. The ongoing Special Intensive Revision highlights the importance of inclusivity in the electoral process, ensuring every eligible voter has their rights recognized. This effort aligns with the nation's democratic values and is significant in the larger context of upcoming elections.
NationPress
18/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the ECI team's visit to West Bengal?
The ECI team is visiting to review the progress of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process aimed at updating the electoral rolls in the state.
How many electors are currently registered in West Bengal?
As of October 27, there are a total of 7,66,37,529 registered electors in West Bengal.
What happens to voters not listed in the 2002 voter list?
Voters whose names or their parents' names were not in the 2002 voter list must present one of the 11 specified documents to be included in the electoral rolls.
When is the Special Intensive Revision expected to conclude?
The entire SIR process is expected to be completed by March of the following year.
Who are the members of the ECI team visiting West Bengal?
The team consists of Deputy Election Commissioner Gyanesh Bharti, principal secretaries S.B. Joshi and Malay Mallick, and deputy secretary Abhinav Agarwal.
