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Zero Tolerance: EC Ropes In 425 Observers, Including 287 IAS & 58 IPS Officers for Transparent Bihar Elections!

Election Commission appoints 425 top officers as observers to ensure transparent Bihar assembly elections and by-elections across India
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In a major administrative stride ahead of the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections and by-elections in several other states, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has appointed 425 senior officers as central observers. This robust deployment aims to ensure the smooth, transparent, and fair conduct of elections, reinforcing public trust in the democratic process.

Also Read: Major IAS Reshuffle in Bihar Ahead of Elections: 7 Officers Transferred; Dr. Chandrashekhar Singh Appointed Secretary to CM Secretariat

Massive Deployment for Enhanced Electoral Oversight

The 425 appointed officers include:

The central observers will supervise election activities not just in Bihar but also in constituencies where by-elections are scheduled. These officers have been assigned across various regions and are tasked with maintaining strict vigilance at every stage of the electoral process.

Rajasthan Officers to Play Key Roles

Of the 425 officers, 18 officers hail from Rajasthan, including 15 IAS and 3 IPS officers. These bureaucrats bring rich experience and administrative acumen, and their presence is expected to strengthen election oversight mechanisms.

Prominent IAS officers from Rajasthan include:

  • Mr. Debashish Prusty
  • Ms. Manju Rajpal
  • Mr. Ambrish Kumar
  • Ms. Arushi A. Malik
  • Mr. Jogaram
  • Mr. Rohit Gupta
  • Ms. Shuchi Tyagi
  • Ms. Archana Singh
  • Mr. Rajan Vishal
  • Ms. Manisha Arora
  • Mr. M. L. Chauhan
  • Ms. Pushpa Satyani
  • Ms. Rashmi Sharma
  • Mr. Ashish Modi
  • Mr. Bachanesh Kumar Agarwal

IPS officers from Rajasthan include:

  • Mr. Raghavendra Suhasa
  • Mr. Sharad Kaviraj
  • Mr. Ajaypal Lamba

Strict Guidelines to Eliminate Malpractice

The Commission has emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards electoral irregularities. Observers are under strict directives to:

  • Visit their assigned areas personally
  • Monitor polling station preparedness
  • Ensure smooth deployment of personnel and safety of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs)
  • Review security arrangements
  • Gather voter feedback and report any complaints directly to the Commission

Commitment to Voter Convenience and Transparency

The Election Commission reiterated its unwavering focus on voter accessibility, safety, and transparency. Officers have been instructed to ensure the Model Code of Conduct is upheld and to act swiftly on any electoral discrepancies or violations reported.

Bureaucratic Backbone of Democracy

This large-scale deployment showcases the administrative machinery’s readiness to safeguard democratic processes and highlights the crucial role of civil services in ensuring free and fair elections. The ECI’s proactive approach reflects its commitment to fostering credible electoral outcomes.

Also Read: Who Is IAS Shailja Pandey? Nainital Officer Joins Rajasthan Cadre After Transfer from Bihar


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