Over Rs 57 crore seized in Tarn Taran By-election after Model Code of Conduct enforcement

Babushahi Bureau

Chandigarh, November 4, 2025:Following the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct for the Tarn Taran Assembly bye-election, the Punjab Police, acting under the directions of the Election Commission of India, has made seizures worth over ₹57.47 crore to curb electoral malpractices.

According to official data, between October 7 (when the Model Code came into effect) and November 3, authorities confiscated 51,429.50 litres of liquor valued at ₹32.89 lakh, narcotic substances worth ₹56.67 crore (21,811.10 grams), cash amounting to ₹9.73 lakh, and other materials worth ₹37.85 lakh.

Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Sibin C stated that police officials have been directed to maintain 24x7

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