Tragedy in West Bengal: BLO's Death Sparks Political Controversy

Rinku Tarafdar, a Booth Level Officer in West Bengal's Nadia district, was found dead, reportedly by suicide due to work stress. The incident has triggered political tensions, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticizing the Election Commission. Calls for a CBI probe into her death have intensified political discourse.

A Booth Level Officer (BLO) in West Bengal, identified as Rinku Tarafdar, was found hanging at her Krishnanagar residence, allegedly due to work-related stress. Her family claims she was burdened with considerable pressure from the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR).

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed alarm over the increased workload leading to fatalities, urging the Election Commission to halt the SIR process. She penned a letter to the Chief Election Commissioner, condemning the chaotic state of the electoral roll revision.

The incident has fueled political disputes, with BJP leader Rahul Sinha challenging Banerjee's statements and suggesting the possibility of TMC pressure influencing the BLO. The Chief Electoral Officer has requested a detailed report on the incident amid growing demands for a CBI investigation.

(With inputs from agencies.)