Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Bihar has set a new benchmark in electoral reforms by becoming the first state in India to reduce the maximum number of electors per polling station to below 1,200. This change, implemented through the State Instructional Representation (SIR) order dated June 24, 2025, aims to reduce overcrowding and enhance voter convenience. As a result of this initiative, the number of polling stations in the state increased by 12,817, taking the total to 90,712 from the earlier 77,895. The revised cap, down from the previous 1,500 voters per booth, is a significant step toward more efficient and accessible election management.