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Opp demands debate on BLO deaths, jobs for kin of deceased

“The time provided was less than three weeks. What was the hurry, given the expanse of the state and its population?” Congress MLA Aradhana Mishra said.

2 min readLucknowDec 25, 2025 01:37 AM IST

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Samajwadi Party (SP) legislator Manoj Paras alleged the exercise was undertaken to delete names of voters on the basis of caste and religion and demanded Rs 1 crore compensation for the bereaved families.

Raising the issue of Booth Level Officers’ (BLO) death during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral roll, on the third day of the Assembly session on Tuesday, the Opposition sought a debate on the matter and demanded the government to provide jobs to the kin of the deceased.

“The time provided was less than three weeks. What was the hurry, given the expanse of the state and its population?” Congress MLA Aradhana Mishra said.

Alleging “undue pressure” on the BLOs who were already “burdened with their respective jobs”, Mishra claimed that the government has not even taken cognisance of the deaths and demanded jobs be provided to the kin of the deceased.

Hitting back, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Suresh Khanna said the Opposition is spreading rumours and that the drive is being conducted by the EC and not the government. “Every election officer on deputation during this time period is as per the existing rules. We express our condolences for the deaths of BLOs but the exact reason is a matter of investigation,” Khanna said.

Maulshree Seth

Maulshree Seth is an Assistant Editor with The Indian Express, based in Lucknow. With over 15 years of experience in mainstream journalism, she has built a formidable reputation for her on-ground reporting across Uttar Pradesh. Her expertise spans a wide array of critical beats, including state politics, governance, the judiciary, and rural development. Authoritativeness Maulshree’s work is characterized by depth and historical context. Her coverage of high-stakes state elections and landmark judicial rulings has established her as an authoritative voice on the intersection of law and politics in Northern India. She is frequently recognized for her ability to gain access to primary sources and for her nuanced understanding of the socio-economic factors that drive the world's most populous sub-national entity. Trustworthiness & Ethical Journalism Her reporting is rooted in rigorous fact-checking and a steadfast dedication to neutral, unbiased storytelling. By prioritizing field-based verification—often traveling to the most remote corners of the state—she ensures that her readers receive a truthful and comprehensive view of events. ... Read More

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