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Siaha the 26th May 2026: A two-day training for BLO Supervisors, Booth Level Officers, and Asst Booth Level Officers for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) conducted by the Election Commission of India (ECI) commenced today at the DRDO Conference Hall. The training was chaired by Election Officer Pu Vabeimozachhi Chozah.

Pu M Misael, Project Director, DRDO and ERO for 40 Palak (ST) AC, encouraged the participants to take the training seriously and to put in their best efforts to ensure a clean and accurate electoral roll. He stated that in a democratic country, elections are held regularly, and even for those already familiar with the process, it is necessary to be updated and refreshed constantly, making such training very important. He reminded the attendees that they are on deputation from the ECI and encouraged them to give their best and fulfill their responsibilities diligently.

Pu Abraham Beirazi Khithie, Additional Deputy Commissioner and ERO for 39-Saiha (ST) AC, also addressed the gathering. He said that without a clean electoral roll, free and fair elections cannot be held. He requested the officials to carry out their duties throughly to ensure a clean electoral process since elections are the most important aspect of a democracy. He noted that the responsibility for the special drive to revise the electoral roll, SIR 2026, falls on each individual present, and urged them to ensure that eligible names are included while ineligible names are deleted so that every citizen’s right to elect their preferred representatives in the governance of the country is safeguarded. He also advised all officials with different responsibilities to coordinate well and not hesitate to seek clarification from others if needed. He wished the participants a fruitful training and extended his best wishes.

Pi Zorinsangi, AERO 39-Saiha (ST) AC, delivered a lecture on the topic “Overview of SIR 2026.” Pi Lalhlimpui Pachuau, AERO 40-Palak (ST) AC, also gave a lecture on “Roles and Responsibilities of BLO and Assistant BLO.” The training concluded with a doubt clearing session and distribution of materials and important documents for the attendees.