Opposition calls SIR a 'human tragedy' after BLOs' deaths

IANS | December 2, 2025 3:00 PM

New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) Opposition parties on Tuesday intensified their criticism of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, calling it a "human tragedy" following reports of several Booth-Level Officers (BLOs) allegedly dying by suicide due to work-related stress. They also demanded an urgent discussion on the issue in the Parliament.

Lok Sabha adjourned for the day, five minutes after reconvening

IANS | December 2, 2025 2:22 PM

New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day at 2.05 p.m., shortly after reconvening for the second time on Tuesday, following continuous disruptions by the Opposition regarding the Special Intensive Review (SIR) of electoral rolls in 12 states and union territories.