TAWANG, Aug 19: The Electoral Roll Observer for Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Tawang district, Yeshi Wangmu Ringu, Commissioner Finance (GoAP), reviewed the ongoing SIR process in the district here this afternoon.
The review meeting was attended by MLAs - Namgey Tsering (Tawang) & Tsering Lhamu (Lungla), Tawang ZPC Leki Gombu, ZPMs - Sonam Nordzin (Tawang), Tenzin Monpa (Kyidphel) and Pema Tsering (Mogto), besides district presidents/representatives of BJP, PPA and AAP, electoral registration officers (EROs), AEROs, booth level officers (BLOs) and other officials associated with the revision exercise.
The meeting began with a detailed presentation on the progress of the ongoing SIR across the district. The Observer was apprised of the status of the revision exercise, including details of claims and objections received so far in all three Assembly constituencies of Tawang district.
During the review, the Observer sought constituency-wise information on additions and deletions, the number of hearings being conducted on a daily basis, and the progress made by the respective EROs and AEROs in disposal of claims and objections. She also sought details regarding constituencies recording the highest number of additions and deletions.
During the open discussion, representatives of various political parties shared their observations and views on the ongoing SIR process.
MLA Tsering suggested that minor or negligible discrepancies in names and other particulars appearing in the electoral roll may, wherever permissible under the prescribed rules and provisions, be considered by the concerned EROs/AEROs after due satisfaction and verification.
Addressing the officials, the Observer directed the BLOs to ensure that all pending forms, if any, are uploaded without delay.
She further instructed the concerned officers to fix hearings immediately upon receipt of claims and objections, so that applicants and aggrieved persons are informed in time and get adequate opportunity to prepare and produce the required documents during the hearing.
Emphasizing strict adherence to the prescribed procedures, the Observer directed the election officials to properly preserve all documents and records connected with the revision process and to follow the instructions issued by the Election Commission of India in letter and spirit.
“Go by the rules and follow the instructions issued by the Election Commission. If there is any doubt, seek clarification from your superiors or experienced officials. We have to work according to the laid-down rules,” she emphasized.
She also stressed the importance of factual and accurate reporting at every stage of the SIR and asked officials to maintain transparency, proper documentation and due diligence throughout the exercise.
The Observer reiterated that the revision process must be carried out carefully and strictly in accordance with the prescribed guidelines to ensure a clean, accurate, inclusive and error-free electoral roll. (DIPRO)