WB BLOs demand security for SIR
Booth Level Officers (BLOs) in Bengal have raised strong objections to conducting the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, demanding security, “on duty” deputation and additional assistants for larger booths. Many BLOs, who are also school teachers, highlighted the impossibility of balancing school responsibilities with door-to-door surveys, especially in remote areas and during early winter nights. Their concerns intensified amid political threats: some TMC leaders allegedly instructed workers to harass BLOs requesting sensitive documents, while Opposition leaders warned of FIRs, suspensions or jail for dereliction of duty. With tensions rising, BLOs insist they cannot perform duties without adequate protection.
Pahalgam to get cable car
Baisaran Valley in Pahalgam, the site of a tragic terror attack on April 22 this year that killed 26 civilians after identity-based targeting by Pakistan-backed terrorists, is set to be connected by a 1.4-km cable car project aimed at boosting tourism. The National Investigation Agency (NIA), which is probing the attack, has granted clearance to the Jammu and Kashmir administration to begin construction. The `100-`120 crore project, to be executed by Ronmas India Pvt Ltd. under the Jammu and Kashmir Cable Car Corporation (JKCCC), is expected to be completed within 18 months. The lower terminal will be near Yatri Niwas, with the upper point at Baisaran.
