As Telangana braces for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of its voter lists, the Chief Electoral Officer has sounded the call to action for political parties. Preparations are in full swing, with CEO C. Sudarshan Reddy revealing on Thursday that the state is ahead of the curve despite SIR schedules slated for 2026.
Addressing party leaders, Reddy made a compelling case for appointing Booth Level Agents (BLAs) – at least one per polling station – before the revision intensifies. ‘Local BLAs working hand-in-glove with BLOs will be the backbone of this process,’ he declared, highlighting the need for grassroots coordination.
The goal is clear: inject accuracy and transparency into voter roll updates while nipping potential problems in the bud. With SIR active in 12 states already, Telangana’s proactive mapping – linking current rolls to 2002 data – positions it well for the April-May 2026 timeline.
Field operations are ramping up, with BLOs pounding the pavement on door-to-door checks, focusing on urban challenges. Multiple visits per booth are planned: first for form distribution, then to cover holdouts, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
Crucially, Reddy assured that voters missed in initial mapping won’t be sidelined; they’ll get their chance during SIR. Parties were pressed to expedite BLA nominations, as strong booth presence promises fewer disputes and inclusive rolls.
This isn’t just preparation – it’s a blueprint for flawless elections. Attendees included key figures like Additional CEO Vasa Venkateshwar Reddy and Deputy CRO Hari Singh, all aligned on fortifying democracy at the most local level.