After the model code of conduct on October 9 came into force in the state...
The election related seizures in Telangana crossed ₹ 100 crore after the model code of conduct on October 9 came into force in the state.
On Monday a total of ₹ 58.96 crore in cash, 64.2 kg gold, 400 kg silver, and a 42.203 carat diamond, besides liquor worth over ₹ 6.64 crore, ganja valued at ₹ 2.97 crore and other items/freebies worth ₹ 6.89 crore were seized, according to a statement issued by the office of the Chief Electoral Officer.
From October 9 (when the schedule for the Telangana Assembly elections was announced) till October 16, the total cumulative seizures by law enforcement agencies is valued at over ₹ 109.11 crore, it said.
On November 30 the state goes to the polls.
Police and other enforcement agencies have intensified their statewide enforcement efforts against illicit money, drugs, liquor, freebies and other inducements and have been carrying out checking of vehicles among other measures.
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