HT Correspondent
YACHULI, Sept 19: In a significant step towards ensuring the accuracy of the electoral process, the Office of the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO), Yachuli, recently organised an extensive training session for Booth Level Officers (BLOs) of Keyi Panyor District at the Mini Secretariat, Yachuli.
The training was conducted in preparation for the forthcoming Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the Electoral Roll 2025.
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The session was chaired by Shri Likha Teji, ERO Yachuli, who underscored the importance of the revision exercise in strengthening the foundations of democracy.
He said the BLOs, being the field-level officials, form the backbone of the electoral machinery and their role in maintaining an accurate and transparent roll is indispensable.
A key highlight of the programme was a Table-Top Exercise that involved mapping the 2025 Electoral Roll with datafrom 2006.
This exercise, Teji explained, was designed to test the preparedness of BLOs and to ensure that discrepancies, duplications and errors are minimised during the actual revision.
He reminded the officers that the credibility of elections largely depends on the quality of the rolls and urged them to approach their task with diligence and sincerity.
The ERO directed all BLOs to complete the mapping exercise and submit their reports by Tuesday, September 23, without fail.
Stressing on teamwork, he asked the participants to extend guidance and share inputs with their colleagues who could not attend the training, thereby fostering a collective and uniform approach across the district.
He further assured that the District Election Officer (DEO) will be closely monitoring the progress of the exercise and will provide the necessary logistical and technical support to overcome challenges faced in the field.
The ERO also reminded the BLOs that they represent the face of the Election Commission at the grassroots, and as such, their work directly contributes to building public trust in the electoral system.
The training programme also saw detailed discussions on field verification methods, correction of errors, inclusion and deletion processes, and the use of updated formats for record-keeping.
Participants were sensitised about the timelines, responsibilities, and accountability measures that accompany the revision exercise.
Officials present at the event noted that such sessions play a crucial role in ensuring uniformity in the implementation of instructions issued by the Election Commission of India (ECI).
They said the effort would not only streamline the roll revision process but also help build capacity among BLOs to handle similar exercises in the future.
The day-long training thus marked an important milestone in the preparatory activities for the Special Intensive Revision in Keyi Panyor District.
With the SIR process approaching, the BLOs are now expected to play a pivotal role in ensuring that every eligible citizen is duly enrolled and that the electoral roll of 2025 reflects the principles of transparency, inclusiveness and accuracy.
