Guwahati, 19th March: In a concerted effort to uphold the integrity of the electoral process, Assam Police, in collaboration with administrative authorities, conducted rigorous checks resulting in the seizure of a significant sum of money. The crackdown, initiated following the announcement of election day, saw a total of Rs 7,76,500 being confiscated across various locations in the South Salmara-Mankachar district.
During a routine naka checking operation supervised by 152 D CRPF at Kaloghat Bazar, an amount of Rs 2,44,000 was seized from Moydul Islam, a resident of Vill 2 No Pubergaon, PS Mankachar, Dist SSM, Assam. The seizure was conducted under the observation of CO, Mankachar, ensuring strict adherence to procedural norms. The seized amount has been securely stored in the Malkhana of Mankachar PS for the night.
The intensified efforts of law enforcement were further highlighted by subsequent search operations conducted throughout the district, resulting in the confiscation of an additional Rs 5,32,500, bringing the total seized amount to Rs 7,76,500. The money was seized on allegations of violating election rules.
These proactive measures underscore the authorities’ commitment to maintaining the sanctity of the electoral process and curbing any attempts at malpractice or undue influence.
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