A shocking incident of gross negligence has come to light during the Special Summary Revision (SIR) process of the voter list in Rajasthan. A nationally acclaimed poet has been declared deceased and subsequently removed from the voter list, despite being alive and well. This significant oversight by a Booth Level Officer (BLO) has raised serious questions about the administrative efficiency and verification protocols in place for electoral processes. The incident occurred in Gangapur City, part of the Sawai Madhopur district,. Causing considerable distress to the individual involved and highlighting potential systemic flaws.
The Case of Gopinath 'Charchit'
The individual at the center of this controversy is Gopinath 'Charchit', a prominent figure known for his contributions to humor and satire poetry at a national level. Residing in Dhanwantari Colony, Canal Road, Ward No. 33, Gangapur City, Gopinath 'Charchit' has graced numerous television programs, entertaining audiences with his witty verses and sharp observations. It's this celebrated personality who was erroneously declared dead by a BLO, leading to the initiation of procedures to remove his name from the electoral roll. The sheer magnitude of this error, affecting a well-known public figure, underscores the severity of the negligence.
Poet's Distress and Appeal to Authorities
Upon discovering that his name had been removed from the voter list, Gopinath 'Charchit' was understandably shocked and deeply distressed. He immediately rushed to the sub-divisional office to seek intervention from the authorities. He explicitly stated that his name was removed without any factual investigation or verification, causing him immense mental anguish. Despite being perfectly healthy and alive, he found himself in the absurd position of having to prove his own existence to the electoral authorities. This situation highlights the profound impact such administrative errors can have on individuals, forcing them to navigate bureaucratic hurdles to rectify basic factual inaccuracies.
Allegations of Negligence Against the BLO
Gopinath 'Charchit' has leveled serious allegations of irregularities and gross negligence against the concerned BLO. He emphasized that such an action is unacceptable, especially when it pertains to a person with a public identity. He further revealed that he had filed multiple complaints regarding this matter, but unfortunately, no substantial action or hearing had taken place until recently, while the fact that a nationally recognized poet was deemed 'dead' and excluded from the list, compelling him to repeatedly assert his living status, points to a significant lapse in administrative responsibility and a lack of diligence on the part of the BLO. This bureaucratic indifference has forced the poet to endure unnecessary hardship.
Official Response and Remedial Action
In response to the poet's complaint, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) and Election Officer Brijendra Meena acknowledged the gravity of the situation. He informed the media that the poet's complaint was being taken seriously and that immediate action was being initiated. SDM Meena confirmed that a notice has been issued to the concerned BLO, Chhotu Khan, seeking an explanation for the oversight. Also, orders have been promptly issued to re-register Gopinath 'Charchit's name in the voter list. This swift action aims to alleviate the poet's distress and rectify the error, while the incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of meticulous verification processes in maintaining the integrity of electoral rolls and ensuring that such egregious errors are prevented in the future.
