EC exempts govt, military employees residing abroad from personal appearances during SIR hearing in Bengal

The office of the West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) on Thursday said electors temporarily residing abroad including govt, paramilitary, military employees and students/others residing outside state will be exempted from personal appearance during SIR hearings.

The statement further clarified that such electors may authorise any family member to appear on their behalf.

The authorised representative must produce valid proof of relationship with the elector and submit the necessary documents as prescribed by the commission.

Emphasising timely compliance, another poll panel body official said, "All district-level authorities have been instructed to implement these directions immediately so that the verification process remains smooth and inclusive."