MP deploys 71,930 BLOs to boost voter enrolment across 230 constituencies
Synopsis
Madhya Pradesh has put 71,930 Booth Level Officers into the field across all 230 Assembly constituencies in a push to close gaps in voter registration. With a full administrative stack — from District Election Officers down to BLOs — the drive signals the ECI's intent to leave no eligible voter off the rolls ahead of future elections.
Key Takeaways
Madhya Pradesh has deployed 71,930 Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and supervisors for its voter enrolment drive as of 15 October 2026 .
The campaign covers all 230 Assembly constituencies across the state.
CEO Sanjeev Kumar Jha reviewed progress via video conference and directed officials to maximise Form 6 application collection.
The state has also mobilised 55 District Election Officers , 230 EROs , and 532 AEROs to support the drive.
Citizen helpdesks have been set up at District Election Officer and ERO offices to assist with applications and electoral roll complaints.
Madhya Pradesh has significantly scaled up its voter enrolment drive, deploying 71,930 Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and their supervisors across the state to ensure no eligible citizen is left off the electoral rolls, Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Sanjeev Kumar Jha announced on Thursday, 15 October 2026. The campaign spans all 230 Assembly constituencies and is being closely monitored by the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the state election machinery.
How the Campaign Is Being Run
Jha reviewed the ongoing drive through a video conference with Deputy District Election Officers, issuing fresh directions to strengthen enrolment camps and streamline application collection. He instructed officials to ensure that camps under the special campaign are made effective so that Form 6 applications — used for inclusion of a name in electoral rolls — are collected from as many new voters as possible.
The state has mobilised a large administrative network for this effort: 55 District Election Officers, 230 Electoral Registration Officers (EROs), 532 Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs), and the 71,930 BLOs along with their supervisors are all active on the ground.
Data Management and Verification
Jha also directed officials to maintain systematic records of all applications received at camps and ensure that details are entered online without delay. The meeting specifically reviewed district-wise data collection and the scrutiny and verification of Form 6 applications. Notably, this dual focus on physical outreach and digital record-keeping is intended to reduce gaps that have historically led to eligible voters being excluded.
Key Forms and What They Cover
Form 6 is the prescribed application for inclusion of a name in the electoral rolls. Form 7 is used for raising objections to the inclusion or deletion of a name. Form 8 covers changes in residence, correction of entries, replacement of the Elector Photo Identity Card (EPIC), and marking a voter as a person with a disability. Citizens requiring assistance can approach helpdesks set up at the offices of District Election Officers and Electoral Registration Officers during office hours.
Officials Present and Next Steps
Joint Chief Electoral Officer R.P.S. Jadaun and Deputy Chief Electoral Officers Rajesh Yadav and Virendra Singh attended the video conference. An official stated: 'Every eligible voter should get an opportunity to be included in the electoral rolls, and officials must ensure that the prescribed procedures for receiving and processing applications are followed.' The campaign's progress will continue to be tracked through district-wise data reviews as enrolment camps roll out across the state.
Point of View
930 ground-level officers across 230 constituencies — signals that electoral roll gaps in Madhya Pradesh are significant enough to warrant a dedicated mobilisation rather than routine updating. The emphasis on online entry of applications alongside physical camps reflects a hard-learned lesson: paper-only drives have historically allowed eligible voters to slip through. The real test is whether the data collected translates into verified enrolments or simply swells a backlog of unprocessed Form 6 applications. With no specific enrolment targets disclosed publicly, accountability for outcomes remains thin.
NationPress
15 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madhya Pradesh's voter enrolment drive about?
Madhya Pradesh has launched a special campaign to enrol all eligible voters in the state's electoral rolls, deploying 71,930 Booth Level Officers and supervisors across all 230 Assembly constituencies. The drive is being supervised by Chief Electoral Officer Sanjeev Kumar Jha and is aligned with the Election Commission of India's outreach mandate.
How many officials are involved in the MP voter enrolment campaign?
The campaign has mobilised 55 District Election Officers, 230 Electoral Registration Officers, 532 Assistant Electoral Registration Officers, and 71,930 BLOs along with their supervisors. This makes it one of the largest ground-level electoral roll exercises in the state.
What is Form 6 and how does it relate to this drive?
Form 6 is the prescribed application for inclusion of a name in the electoral rolls in India. The Madhya Pradesh enrolment drive specifically directs officials to collect as many Form 6 applications as possible at special camps set up across the state.
Where can citizens get help with voter enrolment in Madhya Pradesh?
Citizens can visit helpdesks set up at the offices of District Election Officers and Electoral Registration Officers during office hours. These desks assist with Form 6 applications, electoral roll complaints, and Form 8 requests for corrections or EPIC replacement.
What do Forms 7 and 8 cover in the electoral roll process?
Form 7 is used to raise objections to the inclusion or deletion of a name from the electoral rolls. Form 8 covers changes in residence, correction of electoral roll entries, replacement of the Elector Photo Identity Card (EPIC), and marking a voter as a person with a disability.
