Overview West Bengal has made significant progress in digitizing enumeration forms as part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, initiated in preparation for the 2026 Assembly polls . An estimated 7.62 crore enumeration forms have been digitized so far. This effort aims to ensure accuracy and inclusivity in the electoral process. Key Developments Digitization Progress: As of December 6, 2025 , 99.43% of the distributed enumeration forms have been digitized. State Ranking: West Bengal currently holds the eighth position among States/Union Territories in terms of digitization progress. Form Distribution: A total of 7,66,16,840 enumeration forms have been distributed since the beginning of the SIR process on November 4, 2025 . UPSC Relevance This news is relevant to GS2 (Polity and Governance) as it highlights the efforts to improve the electoral process through digitization. Accurate electoral rolls are essential for free and fair elections, which are a cornerstone of democratic governance. The role of the Election Commission of India (ECI) in overseeing these processes is also significant. Significance of Digitization Digitization of enumeration forms offers several benefits: Improved Accuracy: Reduces errors and discrepancies in electoral data. Enhanced Accessibility: Makes electoral information more accessible to citizens. Increased Efficiency: Streamlines the process of updating and maintaining electoral rolls. Better Transparency: Promotes transparency in the electoral process. Important Facts Initiative: Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Target Year: 2026 Assembly polls. Digitized Forms: 7.62 crore. Digitization Rate: 99.43%. Start Date: November 4, 2025.