Hyderabad, February 21 With the ECI directing Chief Electoral Officers to intensify preparatory work for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, which is scheduled to begin in April, Telangana CEO C Sudarshan Reddy has stepped up training programmes for field-level officials.
As part of these efforts, the CEO's Office in Hyderabad conducted an online training session for Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs) of Medchal Malkajgiri, Sangareddy, Rangareddy, and Hyderabad districts, according to an official release.
"A total of 195 AEROs participated in the programme, which focused on the preparation, updating, and maintenance of electoral rolls, with emphasis on accuracy, inclusivity, and transparency in the electoral process," the release issued on Friday night said.
During the session, officers were briefed on their responsibilities to ensure the inclusion of all eligible voters, the deletion of ineligible entries, and the correction of particulars in accordance with ECI guidelines, it said.
Reddy emphasised the need to complete preparatory activities for the upcoming Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in a timely and systematic manner, noting that the role of AEROs is crucial in maintaining the integrity of electoral rolls.
The training forms part of ongoing efforts by the CEO's Office to strengthen the electoral machinery and ensure a free and fair electoral process, the release added.
