BLOs are first point of contact between ECI and citizens: CEC Gyanesh Kumar

September 3, 2026 10:25 AM

BLOs are first point of contact between ECI and citizens: CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Wednesday described Booth Level Officers (BLOs) as the first point of contact between the Election Commission of India (ECI) and citizens, and called them a foundational pillar of the world’s largest democracy. Kumar was interacting with more than 1,000 BLOs from different parts of Goa during a programme held in the state. In his address, the CEC said the preparation of electoral rolls and the conduct of elections in India are carried out strictly...

Over 6.6 crore electors in Bihar included in draft electoral roll; ECI steps up efforts with 11 days left

October 3, 2025 7:38 PM

Over 6.6 crore electors in Bihar included in draft electoral roll; ECI steps up efforts with 11 days left

With just 11 days remaining for the last date of submission of Enumeration Forms (EFs) under the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has collected EFs from over 6.6 crore electors so far. According to official figures, out of Bihar’s total 7,89,69,844 electors, EFs of 6,60,67,208 voters—amounting to 83.66%—have been received after two rounds of door-to-door visits by Booth Level Officers (BLOs). So far, about 1.59% ...