The political atmosphere in West Bengal has turned increasingly volatile over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls, as the office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) has issued show-cause notices to nearly 1,000 Booth-Level Officers (BLOs) across the state.

Sources in the CEO’s office confirmed that a significant number of government school teachers assigned as BLOs have either refused to accept their appointment letters or have formally sought exemption from the assigned duties.

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In response, the CEO has directed these BLOs to submit written explanations justifying their refusal.

The notices, which were served over the past few days, require replies within 72 hours, failing which disciplinary action may be initiated. The move comes amid rep

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