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EC Reports Rs 33.97 Crore Seized in Bihar Ahead of Assembly Polls

Real-time ESMS tracking pairs with round-the-clock squads to curb inducements without harassing citizens.

Overview

  • Since October 6, enforcement agencies have seized Rs 33.97 crore in cash, liquor, drugs and freebies across Bihar.
  • The Election Commission activated the Election Seizure Management System to log interceptions and seizures in real time.
  • Expenditure observers reached constituencies on notification day and are monitoring candidate spending ahead of voting on November 6 and 11 and counting on November 14.
  • Flying squads, surveillance units and video teams are operating round the clock to detect attempts to influence voters.
  • The Commission directed enforcement personnel to conduct checks without inconveniencing ordinary citizens.