Bengaluru Assembly Segments Struggle with Enumeration Form Distribution Amid 82% Karnataka Coverage
Bengaluru is currently facing challenges in the distribution of enumeration forms as part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Recent data from the Election Commission reveals that several Assembly constituencies in the city are lagging behind, with coverage rates significantly lower than those in rural areas of Karnataka. As of now, the state has achieved an overall distribution rate of 82.45%, but constituencies like Bommanahalli, Bangalore South, and Govindarajanagar have reported dismal rates of 35.01%, 39.95%, and 40.25%, respectively. The slow progress in Bengaluru can be attributed to urban challenges, particularly in densely populated apartment complexes where residents may not be available during working hours. Chief Electoral Officer V. Anbu Kumar has indicated that Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are being instructed to make repeated visits to ensure that forms are delivered directly to the intended electors. This proactive approach aims to improve the distribution rates in the city, which have been notably lower compared to rural constituencies that have achieved near-total coverage. In contrast to Bengaluru's struggles, many rural constituencies have excelled in form distribution, with areas like Devadurga and Kumta achieving 100% coverage. Other high-performing regions include Karwar and Mulbagal, both nearing complete distribution. While the distribution of forms is progressing, the digitization of these forms remains at an early stage, with only about 10.22% digitized so far. Furthermore, the Election Commission is working to address issues related to absentee voters and those marked under the Absentee Shifted Death Duplicate and Others (ASDDO) category. The ongoing SIR exercise allows individuals who were not included in the 2002 electoral roll to apply for inclusion, ensuring that all eligible voters have the opportunity to participate in the electoral process.
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