Why Have 15% of Voters in Bengal Not Received Enumeration Forms as ECI's Deadline Passes?
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Synopsis
With the deadline for enumeration forms distribution by the ECI having passed, a significant number of voters in West Bengal remain without their forms. Discover the implications of this delay and what it means for the upcoming elections.
Key Takeaways
- 15% of voters in Bengal have not received forms.
- 85.71% of registered voters have obtained enumeration forms.
- Lowest distribution rate in Kolkata at 66%.
- Highest rates in East Burdwan and East Midnapore at 97%.
- BLOs advocate for extended distribution time.
Kolkata, Nov 12 (NationPress) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has concluded its initial timeline for distributing enumeration forms as part of the ongoing special intensive revision (SIR) in West Bengal. Alarmingly, approximately 15 percent of the state's voters still have not received their forms.
Data from the office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) in West Bengal reveals that just over 6.56 crore voters have obtained enumeration forms as of 8 p.m. on Tuesday, representing about 85.71 percent of the total registered voters.
As of October 27, the total number of electors in West Bengal stands at 7,66,37,529.
In light of this situation, those voters who are yet to receive their enumeration forms are eagerly awaiting any updates regarding a potential extension of the deadline from the CEO's office.
Meanwhile, the CEO's office is reportedly liaising with the ECI headquarters in New Delhi for further instructions on this matter, as confirmed by sources within the electoral body.
Among various districts, the distribution progress is notably sluggish in Kolkata, with only about 66 percent of voters having received their forms.
Conversely, districts like East Burdwan and East Midnapore have reported the highest rates of enumeration form distribution, achieving 97 percent.
Additionally, the BLO Oikya Mancha (BLO Unity Forum), a collective of booth-level officers in West Bengal, has voiced concerns over the short timeframe allocated for the distribution of enumeration forms, which they believe has not been adequately addressed by the commission.
“Although the official enumeration form distribution began on November 4, the initial days saw significant delays due to a lack of sufficient forms. The momentum only picked up starting November 6,” stated a representative from the forum.
Point of View
The situation in West Bengal raises significant questions about the efficacy of the enumeration process. It is crucial for the Election Commission to ensure that every eligible voter has the opportunity to participate in the electoral process. The reported delays and low distribution rates in certain districts must be addressed promptly to maintain public trust in the electoral system.
NationPress
13/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of voters in West Bengal have received their enumeration forms?
As of the latest updates, approximately 85.71% of voters in West Bengal have received their enumeration forms.
What is the total number of registered voters in West Bengal?
The total number of registered voters in West Bengal is 7,66,37,529 according to the electoral roll as of October 27.
What are the most affected districts in terms of enumeration form distribution?
Kolkata has the lowest distribution rate at around 66%, while East Burdwan and East Midnapore have the highest at 97%.
Is there any indication of an extension for the deadline?
Voters who have not received their forms are waiting for any announcements from the CEO's office regarding a possible extension.
Why did the distribution of forms start slow?
The distribution process was initially slow due to a lack of adequate numbers of enumeration forms available.
