BLO Appointment: Great news for voters in West Bengal and across India! From now on, you won’t have to stand in long queues or make multiple trips to government offices to resolve any issues related to your voter card. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched a new service on its portal that allows you to book an appointment to speak directly with your local Booth Level Officer (BLO) over the phone. This service is named ‘Book a Call with BLO’.
How to Use This New Service?
You need to follow a few simple steps to use this service. The details are discussed below:
- Go to the ECI Portal: First, you need to visit the official website of the Election Commission of India. The website address is eci.gov.in.
- Select the ‘Voter Services’ Option: On the homepage of the website, you will find an option called ‘Voter Services’. Clicking here will bring up a list of various services available to voters.
- Find the ‘Book a Call with BLO’ Option: From the list of services, find and click on the ‘Book a Call with BLO’ option.
- Log In: To use this service, you need to log in to the portal. If you don’t have an account already, you can create a new one using your mobile number by clicking on the ‘Sign Up’ option. You can use your registered mobile number, email ID, or EPIC number to log in.
- Provide Your Details: After logging in, you will need to select your state, district, and assembly constituency. After selecting your booth’s part number, you will be able to see the name of your area’s BLO.
- Request a Callback: Finally, enter your name and the mobile number on which you wish to receive the call, and click on the ‘Send OTP’ option. An OTP will be sent to your mobile, and once you verify it, your request for a callback will be sent to the BLO.
What Kind of Problems Can Be Solved?
Through this service, you can get solutions for various types of problems, such as:
- Name not being on the voter list.
- Spelling mistakes in the name or address on the voter card.
- Any issues related to the photograph.
- Transferring a name from one assembly constituency to another.
- Any questions regarding the application for a new voter card.
This new initiative will significantly reduce the hassle for the general public and enable quick resolution of any voter-related issues. So, if you have any problems with your voter card, don’t delay, try out this new service today.
