Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, July 26, 2025, Kolkata : Ahead of the crucial revision of the voter list in Bengal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has initiated a comprehensive training program for its party workers. This move comes amid ongoing controversies surrounding the voter list updates, particularly following the Election Commission’s announcement that 56 lakh names would be removed from the voter list in Bihar.
While the Commission has clarified which names will be removed, the issue has continued to spark political debate. Against this backdrop, BJP leaders in Bengal, including Shamik Bhattacharya, are preparing to ensure a smooth process when the revision of the voter list begins in the state. To this end, the party has rolled out an extensive training program for its leaders and workers, which has already commenced.
The Training Process
The training is being conducted in two phases, with a distinct focus on different aspects of the voter list revision. The first phase, known as BLO One, focuses on assembly-based training. The second phase, BLO Two, is booth-based and aims to equip party workers with the tools needed for a more localized, hands-on approach. Each assembly will have three BLO Ones, who are responsible for coordinating with the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) and the District Election Officer (DEO), or the District Magistrate. The names of these trained workers will be submitted to the relevant authorities as part of the formal process.
Those trained as BLO One workers will, in turn, be responsible for training the BLO Two workers, ensuring that the entire process is carried out efficiently across different levels. The BJP has set an ambitious target, with plans to train between 3,000 to 3,500 party workers for the BLO One phase. This training is expected to continue until August 20.
Role of BJP Trainees in the Voter List Revision
The BJP contends that the training initiative is crucial, as it will empower party workers to assist the general public during the voter list revision. Many people, the party claims, may not be fully aware of the procedures involved, and the trained workers will play a critical role in helping voters fill out the necessary forms and submitting the required documents. Additionally, there are often allegations of negligence on the part of booth-level officers, which the BJP aims to address by having its trained workers monitor these proceedings closely, ensuring that no errors or oversights occur during the process.
This effort is part of the BJP’s broader strategy to be proactive in managing the voter list revision process, ensuring that it is both fair and transparent. With the state’s electoral landscape being politically sensitive, the BJP is aiming to establish a strong presence at both the assembly and booth levels to maintain its political momentum.
The party’s leadership hopes that this initiative will not only streamline the process but also help mitigate potential issues that could arise during the voter list revision in Bengal, a state that is central to the party’s political aspirations.