Election Commission Reactivates Economic Intelligence Panel After Six Years to Combat Electoral Malpractice

Oct 19, 2025 11:03 pm CST

India's Election Commission has revived its Multi-Departmental Committee on Election Intelligence after a six-year hiatus to prevent the misuse of money, liquor, and drugs in the upcoming Bihar elections. The committee, comprising 17 government departments and agencies, met to coordinate efforts against electoral malpractices and ensure free and fair elections through enhanced intelligence sharing and enforcement strategies.