New Delhi, Jan 17 (UNI) Over 240 cases for violating the model code of conduct have been registered since the Delhi Assembly elections schedule was announced on 7th January, Delhi Police said on Friday.
“Nearly 152 unlicensed arms and 110 cartridges have been seized. Drugs weighing over 62 kilograms, worth more than 14 crore rupees, and cash amounting to over Rs 1.8 crore were seized during this period,” the police said.
“Around 9,558 persons have been arrested under the provisions of preventive action and the Excise Act,” it added.
The police also stated that more than 2500 litres of liquor of value more than Rs 75 lakh were seized between 7th and 16th January.
To ensure free, fair, and peaceful elections in the national capital, Delhi Police implemented several measures, including increased vigilance at interstate border checkpoints and a crackdown on illegal activities, with a special focus on curbing illegal arms and liquor smuggling.
It is also ensuring the effective and strict implementation of the Election Commission’s guidelines and adopting a zero-tolerance approach towards any violations of the model code of conduct.
The elections in Delhi are scheduled for 5th February, with the counting set to take place on 8th February.
