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Bihar Election Seizures: Rs 71.57 Crore in Cash, Liquor, and Drugs Confiscated

Enforcement agencies have been working tirelessly since the Model Code of Conduct came into effect. They've confiscated an impressive Rs 71.57 crore worth of illegal materials intended to influence voters. The seizures include substantial amounts of cash, liquor, drugs, and even precious metals. These strict measures demonstrate the Election Commission's commitment to maintaining election integrity across Bihar.

Key Points: Bihar Polls See Rs 71.57 Crore Cash Liquor Drugs Seized

  • Multiple agencies conduct joint operations to curb illegal voter inducements
  • Daily seizures include Rs 31.3 lakh cash and Rs 85 lakh narcotics
  • Jamui police seized AK-47 magazine and live cartridges during raids
  • Over 3 lakh bail bonds executed and 841 arrests made under various acts
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Bihar polls: Cash, liquor valued at Rs 71.57 crore seized

Election Commission reports massive seizures in Bihar polls: Rs 71.57 crore in cash, liquor, drugs, and freebies confiscated to ensure fair elections.

"These measures aim to ensure free, fair, and transparent elections, free from coercion or inducement. - Election Commission of India"

Patna, Oct 21

Since the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) for the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, various enforcement agencies have seized cash, liquor, drugs, and other contraband worth Rs 71.57 crore, according to data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday (October 21).

The Commission said multiple agencies — including the District Administration, Police, Excise Department, Income Tax Department, Narcotics Bureau, Customs, and Flying Squad teams — are conducting extensive surveillance and joint operations to curb attempts to influence voters through illegal inducements.

Jamui police, in association with Bihar STF and CRPF, seized a loaded magazine of an AK-47 rifle and 12 live cartridges on Monday night.

On Tuesday alone, seizures amounted to Rs 2.57 crore, comprising Rs 31.3 lakh cash, Rs 1.326 crore worth of liquor, Rs 85 lakh worth of narcotics, Rs 20 lakh worth of precious metals, and Rs 8.2 lakh in freebies and other items.

Cumulatively, since the MCC came into force, officials have confiscated Rs 5.741 crore in cash, Rs 27.26 crore worth of liquor, Rs 17.74 crore in drugs and narcotics, Rs 5.509 crore worth of precious metals, and Rs 15.32 crore in freebies and other materials.

The ECI emphasised that these measures aim to ensure free, fair, and transparent elections, free from coercion or inducement.

According to the Election Commission’s statement, as part of law and order enforcement during the election period, 3,13,136 bail bonds have been executed under BNS sections 126, 127, and 129, 841 arrests have been made under NSA, PITNDPS, and other Acts, 14,707 non-bailable warrants have been executed, and 1,036 check posts are currently active across Bihar.

The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) has directed all districts to strengthen monitoring and ensure swift action on complaints received through platforms like C-Vigil and ECINET.

The Commission reiterated that its primary objective is to guarantee that voters can exercise their franchise freely, without any fear or temptation.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I appreciate the efforts, I'm concerned this is just the tip of the iceberg. In my village, we still hear about liquor distribution at night. The enforcement needs to be more widespread and consistent.
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Aditya G
AK-47 magazine seized in Jamui? This is terrifying! Elections should be about development issues, not weapons and cash. Hope the authorities maintain this vigilance till the last vote is cast. 🙏
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Sarah B
As someone observing Indian elections, I'm impressed by the scale of these seizures. The multi-agency coordination and use of technology like C-Vigil shows commitment to electoral integrity. More countries should learn from this approach.
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Nikhil C
₹27 crore worth of liquor? That's enough to intoxicate half of Bihar! Shameful that politicians think they can buy votes with alcohol. Voters should think about their future, not temporary pleasures.
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Meera T
Good work by EC, but what happens to all this seized money and materials? There should be transparency about how these assets are utilized afterwards. Public should know the final outcome.
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Karthik V
The statistics are alarming - 841 arrests, 14,707 non-bailable warrants! This shows how deep-rooted the problem is. Hope Bihar voters choose wisely and reject these corrupt

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