Preparatory work for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Telangana has started, as announced by the state’s Chief Electoral Officer. The CEO emphasized the importance of appointing Booth Level Agents (BLAs) for each polling station, urging political parties to ensure strong booth-level coordination.
The Chief Electoral Officer highlighted that BLAs, preferably from the local area, should collaborate closely with Booth Level Officers (BLOs) to maintain accuracy and transparency during the revision process. It was emphasized that every polling booth must have a designated BLA to facilitate the timely resolution of issues.
The SIR process is currently ongoing in 12 states, with the schedule for the remaining states, including Telangana, expected to be disclosed in April-May 2026. To ensure a smooth revision process, preparatory activities have already commenced in the state, including table-top and field-level mapping exercises.
Enumeration forms will be distributed during the initial visit, with subsequent visits focusing on households not covered earlier. The CEO stressed that even if electors are not mapped during the preparatory phase, they can still provide their details during the SIR. Political parties were urged to promptly appoint BLAs for all polling stations to enhance coordination and inclusivity in the electoral rolls.
