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Telangana CEO chalks out strategy to rein in flow of cash, liquor, drugs during upcoming elections

At the meeting, Vikas Raj issued directives aimed at ensuring a fair and transparent electoral process, an official release said.

ByPTI

Published Sep 06, 2023 | 1:41 PM ⚊UpdatedSep 06, 2023 | 1:41 PM

Telangana CEO chalks out strategy for elections. (iStock)

On Tuesday, 5 September, Telangana Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Vikas Raj convened a meeting with nodal officers of various enforcement agencies to devise strategies to prevent the free flow of liquor, cash, and drugs to influence voters during the forthcoming Assembly elections in the state.

At the meeting, the CEO issued directives aimed at ensuring a fair and transparent electoral process, an official release said.

The meeting was attended by senior officials from the Police department, Excise department, Commercial Taxes, State Level Bankers Committee, Reserve Bank of India, Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs, Narcotic Control Bureau, and Enforcement Directorate among other departments, it said.

Vikas Raj asked the officials to ensure a fair and transparent electoral process through the constitution of District-Level Intelligence committees dedicated to identifying potential expenditure-sensitive areas and monitoring various activities related to the distribution of liquor, drugs, money, and precious metals.

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Security along state borders

He emphasised the need for heightened security and vigilance at helipads and the establishment of integrated check posts along the borders with Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh to check the illegal movement of goods and currency.

Enforcement agencies were tasked with preparing comprehensive constituency-wise and district-wise seizure reports, facilitating a deeper understanding of sensitive areas and potential challenges, it said.

The CEO also called for the creation of an Election Risk Analysis Cell within the headquarters of enforcement departments to systematically assess and address potential threats to the electoral process, the release added.

The schedule for the Telangana Assembly elections is yet to be announced by the Election Commission.

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