Supreme Court tells States to replace distressed BLOs for SIR - The Hindu
The Supreme Court has urged all States and Union Territories to provide additional staff to the Election Commission (EC) to ease the heavy workload faced by Booth Level Officers (BLOs). The court noted that BLOs already handle several responsibilities, including voter verification, corrections, and field inspections, and the extra pressure could affect the overall efficiency of election-related tasks. Highlighting the importance of a smooth electoral process, the bench emphasized that BLOs must not be overburdened, as their work directly impacts the accuracy of electoral rolls. The court also asked state administrations to respond proactively and support the EC by deputing more personnel wherever needed. This step aims to ensure better coordination, reduce delays, and strengthen the quality of electoral management. The directive is expected to streamline the system ahead of upcoming elections and improve voter services across all regions.
The Key points
- Supreme Court directs States and UTs to provide more staff to the Election Commission.
- Aim is to reduce excessive workload on Booth Level Officers (BLOs).
- Court noted BLOs handle key tasks like voter verification and corrections.
- Overburdening BLOs may affect electoral roll accuracy.
- States asked to extend immediate administrative support.
- Additional staff expected to improve field-level coordination.
- EC to receive manpower based on local requirements.
- Directive aims to strengthen smooth election preparations.
- Court stressed the importance of timely voter services.
- Move expected to enhance overall electoral efficiency nationwide.
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