 "Amidst sweeping violations and massive seizures of Rs 130 crore, Jammu and Kashmir heads into a crucial assembly election, post Article 370 abrogation.")
During the ongoing assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, a total of 1,263 violations of the Model Code of Conduct have been reported, with authorities seizing cash and materials valued at Rs 130 crore. Chief Electoral Officer P K Pole highlighted that the police are responsible for the majority of these seizures, totaling Rs 107.50 crore. Of the reported violations, 600 cases have been closed after investigations, while 364 are still under review. Enforcement agencies have registered 32 FIRs related to illegal activities. This election marks the first assembly election in Jammu and Kashmir since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019, with results scheduled to be announced on October 8. Voter turnout has been strong, with over 61% in the first phase.
Title: Significant Violations and Seizures Reported in Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections
In the ongoing assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, officials have reported a total of 1,263 violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), P K Pole, announced that various enforcement agencies have seized cash and materials worth Rs 130 crore. Notably, the police department accounts for the highest seizure, amounting to Rs 107.50 crore.
Out of the reported violations, 600 cases have been closed after proper investigations, while 364 complaints are still being looked into. Additionally, notices have been issued to 115 candidates, political parties, and media houses due to alleged MCC violations. The enforcement agencies have acted decisively against illegal activities, registering 32 FIRs related to drugs, cash, and liquor.
CEO P K Pole provided a breakdown of the seizures, revealing that the CGST department seized Rs 9.88 crore, the SGST department seized Rs 8.03 crore, and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) registered seizures totaling Rs 2.06 crore. Other agencies, including the income tax department and the State Excise Department, also made significant findings.
So far, authorities have granted 7,088 permissions to political parties and candidates for rallies, processions, and other election-related activities. The third and final phase of voting is scheduled for October 1, following a robust voter turnout in previous phases—61.38 percent in the first phase and 57.31 percent in the second. These elections mark the first Assembly elections in the region since the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019, with results expected on October 8.
Tags: Jammu and Kashmir elections, Model Code of Conduct, P K Pole, electoral violations, voter turnout, Article 370, election updates.
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What are the seizures mentioned by the Chief Electoral Officer?
The seizures are items that have been taken by the authorities to prevent illegal activities during the elections in Jammu and Kashmir. -
How much are the seizures worth?
The total value of the seizures is reported to be Rs 130 crore. -
Why were these items seized during the polls?
The items were seized to ensure fair elections and to stop any illegal campaigning or activities that could influence the voting process. -
Who is responsible for making these seizures?
The Chief Electoral Officer and election enforcement agencies are responsible for making these seizures during the election period. - What happens to the seized items after the elections?
After the elections, the items will be reviewed and appropriate actions will be taken based on the investigations into their legality.
