The Bihar Assembly elections are generating significant activity. While political parties are intensifying their campaigns, the Election Commission is also actively preparing. As part of this process, an Election Commission team is in Bihar to assess the election readiness. Today’s agenda includes meetings between the Chief Election Commissioner and other officials with political parties, police, and district officials.
In anticipation of the Bihar Assembly elections, an Election Commission team has arrived in Patna. The team, comprising Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, and Vivek Joshi, is on a two-day tour of the capital. During this visit, the commission will conduct a comprehensive review of the election preparations.
A crucial meeting with political parties is planned for today. This high-level meeting, expected to be held at Patna’s Taj Hotel, will include representatives from key political entities. The Election Commission has extended invitations to major parties in the state, including the BJP, JDU, RJD, and Congress.
The Election Commission also conducted a briefing session in New Delhi for over 400 officers who will serve as central observers for the Bihar elections and other by-elections nationwide. These officers are considered the eyes and ears of the Election Commission on the ground.
During a meeting, general, police, and expenditure observers, appointed by the Election Commission for the Bihar elections, were instructed to be fully informed about election laws, regulations, and guidelines and to ensure their rigorous and impartial application.
There is widespread anticipation for the announcement of the Bihar Assembly election dates. The Election Commissioner’s visit suggests that the announcement is forthcoming. The Election Commission typically evaluates the prevailing conditions in the state, the government’s preparedness, and the overall election readiness before finalizing the election dates.