Booth Level Officers (BLOs) in West Bengal have asked for protection from central security forces, citing “political threat” as they prepare for door-to-door voter verification under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise.

The voter enumeration drive is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, but BLOs have warned that they may refuse to work unless adequate safety measures are ensured.

A Hindustan Times report said that during training sessions on Saturday, several BLOs raised safety concerns before officials at the West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer’s (WBCEO) office.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) will conduct the SIR of electoral rolls in 12 states and union territories, including West Bengal, starting November 4.

BLOs raise safety and duty concerns

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