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Bihar's Election Commission is conducting a comprehensive Special Intensive Revision (SIR) campaign to update electoral rolls across the state. The initiative involves thousands of Booth Level Officers and volunteers working diligently to ensure complete and accurate voter registration. To motivate polling officials, the Chief Electoral Officer has announced a Rs 6,000 honorarium for their dedicated efforts. The campaign aims to make the voter enrollment process inclusive, especially for vulnerable populations.

Key Points: Bihar CEO Offers Rs 6,000 Incentive for Electoral Roll Revision

  • Bihar mobilizes 77,895 Booth Level Officers for voter roll revision
  • 4 lakh volunteers support electoral enrollment process
  • 93.57% of enumeration forms already distributed
  • 1.04 crore forms received as of July 5
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Bihar: Polling officials involve in Electoral Rolls Revision campaign to receive Rs 6,000 as honorarium

Bihar's Election Commission launches Special Intensive Revision campaign with Rs 6,000 honorarium for polling officials and comprehensive voter enrollment support.

"The Rs 6,000 incentive has been approved as a mark of appreciation for the tireless service of polling staff - Bihar CEO's Office"

Patna, July 6

The ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) campaign of the electoral rolls in Bihar is progressing rapidly and recognizing the efforts of the Polling station officials, the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Bihar has announced a special incentive of Rs 6,000 for each.

This additional honorarium is aimed at acknowledging their hard work and commitment during the intensive revision process.

"The Rs 6,000 incentive has been approved as a mark of appreciation for the tireless service of polling staff during this crucial campaign," said a statement issued by the CEO's office.

Apart from this, SIR in Bihar is underway in full swing with the Booth Level Officers (BLOs), BLO Supervisors, all the election officials, BLAs appointed by the political parties and the volunteers working tirelessly at the grassroots level to ensure that no eligible elector is left out, according to a press release by the Election Commission of India's (ECI).

As per the release, as of July 5 at 6.00 PM, 1,04,16 545 Enumeration Forms, i.e. 13.19 per cent of the total of 7,89,69,844 (nearly 7.90 crore) electors in Bihar who are enrolled as of June 24, 2025, have been received.

The percentage of forms distributed has also increased to 93.57 per cent, with 7,38,89,333 forms already distributed. 77,895 BLOs are going house-to-house to help the electors fill out their Enumeration Forms and collect them.

In a large number of cases, the BLOs are taking live pictures of the electors and uploading them, saving the electors the trouble of getting their pictures taken. The partially filled forms are also available for download on the ECI portal (https://voters.eci.gov.in) as well as on the ECINET App, and the filled forms can be uploaded by the elector themselves on the ECINET App.

Additionally, 20,603 BLOs are being appointed for the smooth and timely completion of the process. Nearly 4 lakh volunteers, including government officials, NCC cadets, NSS members, etc., are also working in the field to facilitate the elderly, PwDs, sick and vulnerable populations in the SIR process.

Besides, 239 EROs, 963 AEROs, 38 DEOs and the CEO of the state are at the ground level to facilitate the electors to submit their forms. 1,54,977 Booth Level Agents (BLAs) appointed by various political parties are also providing active support in the SIR process, as per the release.

- ANI

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Shreya B
The digital initiatives are commendable! Uploading forms online and live pictures will reduce so much hassle. Hope other states learn from Bihar's example. Though ₹6000 seems low considering the workload, it's a start.
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Aman W
Good step but implementation matters. In my village, the BLO hasn't visited yet despite claims of 93% distribution. Hope the honorarium motivates them to cover all areas properly. Election Commission should monitor closely.
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Nisha Z
Appreciate the inclusion of NCC cadets and NSS volunteers! Youth participation in democracy is crucial. The honorarium should be performance-based though - reward those who actually do quality work.
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Karthik V
₹6000 is peanuts for this crucial work! These officials ensure fair elections - the backbone of our democracy. Should be at least ₹15,000 considering inflation and working conditions. #RespectElectionWorkers
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Priyanka N
The tech integration is impressive! ECINET App and online forms will help urban voters, but what about rural areas with poor connectivity? Hope they have offline alternatives too. Overall a positive move by Bihar CEO.

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