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‘BLOs facing harassment in Gautam Buddha Nagar amid SIR Phase-2’: UP teachers’ body submits memorandum to DM

The one-month enumeration period of the second phase of the SIR, ongoing in nine states and three UTs, has put BLOs in charge of distribution and collection, with the deadline set for December 4.

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Unlike in Bihar, the current phase of the exercise places the onus on the BLOs to match the elector details on the forms with the old electoral rolls of electors or their parents during the enumeration.

Two days after FIRs were registered against over 60 booth-level officers (BLOs) and seven supervisors across three police stations in Noida over alleged negligence and disobedience during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, the district unit of the Uttar Pradesh Primary Teachers’ Association has written to the District Magistrate of Gautam Buddha Nagar alleging mental harassment of teachers deployed as BLOs.

In the letter dated November 24, the unit’s district president Praveen Sharma said that around 1,800 primary teachers were appointed as BLOs in the district and are carrying out their responsibilities diligently. “However, you or officials under your direction have been registering FIRs and adverse entries which is leading to the mental harassment of the teachers,” it stated.

The letter, a copy of which has been sent to the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister’s Office and the State Election Commission, also talks about the resignation of Pinky Singh, an assistant teacher posted at a primary school in Bisrakh block’s Gejha. “This reflects that the behaviour of the higher officials is not helpful and instead of solving the problems of teachers, punitive action is being taken,” the letter read.

It also stated that in rural areas, most families are not taking interest in the said work and are not returning the forms after filing it post the distribution. “Similarly, the Election Commission’s application for feeding the details is not working in rural areas. At the center selected by you for feeding is asking for OTPs by calling till 1:30 am, which also poses a risk of cyber crime and violates the personal privacy of both male and female teachers,” the letter read.

Talking to The Indian Express, Sharma said that we have requested the administration to quash the FIRs. “It is stressful. We have requested the administration to withdraw the FIRs, cancel the adverse entries and stop the mental harassment of the teachers, and ensure that senior officers cooperate with the BLOs and ensure the work is completed in a dignified manner,” he said.

The one-month enumeration period of the second phase of the SIR, ongoing in nine states and three UTs, has put BLOs in charge of distribution and collection, with the deadline set for December 4. Unlike in Bihar, the current phase of the exercise places the onus on the BLOs to match the elector details on the forms with the old electoral rolls of electors or their parents during the enumeration.

In Noida, the action was taken under Section 32 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950. On the orders of District Magistrate Medha Rupam, who is also the District Election Officer of Noida, the sub-district magistrates of three Noida assembly segments lodged FIRs naming the BLOs who have allegedly shown a lack of compliance.

Neetika Jha

Neetika Jha is a Correspondent with The Indian Express, based in the Noida bureau. She primarily covers crime, health, and environmental issues, as well as human-interest features across Noida, Ghaziabad, and Western Uttar Pradesh. Professional Profile Education: She is an alumna of the Asian College of Journalism (ACJ), Chennai. Core Beat: Her work focuses on the administrative and social challenges of the NCR's satellite cities. She is known for her detailed reporting on civic infrastructure (like the Noida International Airport), environmental violations, and high-profile criminal investigations. Personal Interests: Outside of reporting, she is an avid reader of fiction (citing The Thursday Murder Club and Yellowface as recent favorites) and a gardening enthusiast. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2025) Neetika’s recent reportage has been dominated by winter-related crises in the NCR and significant criminal legalities: 1. Environment & Public Safety "Greater Noida Authority slaps fines on firms for violating GRAP IV norms" (Dec 21, 2025): Reporting on heavy penalties imposed on major developers like NBCC for flouting anti-pollution construction bans. "Fatal pile-up on Yamuna Expressway: Fog, high speed emerge as key safety risks" (Dec 17, 2025): A major report on a 15-vehicle collision caused by dense fog that killed 17 people. "At Chilla, Kalindi, DND, many fined Rs 20,000 for non-compliance to Delhi's BS-VI rule" (Dec 19, 2025): On-the-ground reporting from the borders where Noida police penalize non-compliant vehicles entering the capital. "Driving in Noida amid fog? New speed limits in effect till Feb 15" (Dec 13, 2025): Detailing the seasonal traffic restrictions aimed at preventing highway accidents. 2. Crime & Legal Developments "'Have you ever heard of a murder case being withdrawn?': Court in Akhlaq lynching case" (Dec 12, 2025): Covering a critical courtroom hearing where the court questioned the UP government's petition to withdraw charges against the accused. "After losing money in stock market, bank employee in Ghaziabad withdraws Rs 64 lakh from customers' accounts" (Dec 14, 2025): An investigative piece on internal bank fraud and the risks of modern digital embezzlement. "Woman shot dead by partner in Noida: Three days on, accused still on the run" (Dec 2, 2025): Tracking a high-profile domestic violence and murder case in Central Noida. 3. Human Interest & Features "'Had tears in my eyes': Army men walk bride down the aisle 20 years after father died in terror attack" (Dec 2, 2025): A moving story about soldiers from a Punjab Grenadiers unit fulfilling a father's duty for his daughter. "How a Zepto delivery man heard a cry — and saved two kids dumped in Noida drain" (Dec 2025): A viral human-interest story highlighting individual heroism in the city. Signature Style Neetika is recognized for her meticulous follow-up on local tragedies. Whether it is a massive pile-up on the Yamuna Expressway or the ongoing construction of the Jewar (Noida) Airport, she focuses on systemic lapses and the safety of commuters. Her crime reporting often explores the psychological motives behind "crimes of passion" and the rising trend of financial cyber-fraud in the Ghaziabad-Noida belt. ... Read More

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