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Since the announcement of the Bihar assembly election schedule on October 6, enforcement agencies have seized liquor, cash, drugs, and freebies worth ₹64.13 crore. The seizures include liquor worth ₹23.41 crore in dry Bihar. The police and other concerned agencies have also arrested 753 people during this period and executed 13,587 non-bailable warrants.

Election oversight

ECI directs agencies to step up efforts against money power

Last week, the Election Commission of India (ECI) directed several enforcement agencies to step up their efforts against the use of money power in elections. The state police, excise and income tax departments, customs, revenue intelligence, and enforcement directorates were asked to intensify their vigilance. Flying squads, surveillance

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