In an effort to ensure transparency and improve voter awareness, the Election Commission has launched a dedicated helpline in West Bengal to assist citizens ahead of the upcoming Special Summary Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
The move aims to make the voter registration and verification process smoother, especially for first-time voters, those seeking corrections, and citizens shifting their residences within the state.
Purpose of the Helpline
The helpline will serve as a single point of contact for voters to clarify doubts, register complaints, and receive real-time updates on the revision process. Through this initiative, the poll body seeks to promote higher participation and ensure that every eligible citizen is included in the electoral list.
Officials stated that the helpline will be operational across all districts and manned by trained personnel capable of addressing queries related to:
New voter registrations
Correction of existing details
Deletion of duplicate entries
Inclusion of names in the electoral rolls
Booth-level information and verification
Focus on Transparency and Accessibility
The Election Commission has been emphasizing digital inclusion and accessibility in recent years, with tools like online voter portals, SMS alerts, and now, the dedicated helpline. The initiative is particularly vital in states like West Bengal, where voter engagement remains high and accuracy in electoral rolls is crucial for smooth elections.
By launching this helpline ahead of the SIR, the Commission aims to reduce misinformation, ease the grievance redressal process, and encourage voters to take part in maintaining accurate and updated records.
Public Awareness Campaigns to Follow
The poll body has also planned awareness drives and community outreach programmes across Bengal to inform citizens about the revision process and the importance of verifying voter details before elections.
Such initiatives are expected to strengthen public confidence in the electoral system and enhance voter participation in the upcoming polls.
FAQs
1. What is the purpose of the new voter helpline in Bengal?
The helpline aims to assist voters with registration, corrections, and queries related to the Special Summary Revision (SIR).
2. Who can use the helpline?
All eligible voters in West Bengal, including new applicants and existing voters seeking updates or corrections.
3. What is SIR?
SIR stands for Special Summary Revision, a regular exercise conducted by the Election Commission to update and verify electoral rolls.
4. When is the SIR process expected to begin?
The process is scheduled as part of the Election Commission’s annual voter roll revision ahead of upcoming elections.
5. How does this initiative help voters?
It provides easy access to information, reduces errors in voter rolls, and ensures faster resolution of voter-related issues.
Published on : 30th October
Published by : SMITA
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