Election Commission Enforces “Dry Day” on June 4 for Vote Counting

The Election Commission of India has announced strict measures for the vote counting day on June 4, declaring it a “dry day” to ban the sale, distribution, and consumption of intoxicating substances statewide. All liquor-related establishments, including warehouses, retail outlets, bars, clubs, and hotels, will remain closed. The ban also covers the hoarding of intoxicants, enforced rigorously by district collectors under the Excise Act. This decision aims to preserve the electoral process’s integrity by preventing undue influence and disturbances. Authorities will take stringent legal action against violators, underscoring the commitment to a fair and transparent election.