Kohima, January 30 (MTNews): Consequent upon the announcement of the schedule for the General Election to the Nagaland Legislative Assembly 2023 by the Election Commission of India (ECI), the mandate for curbing use of money-power and various forms of inducements in elections have been vested with several Enforcement Agencies both at the Centre and the State.
According to a press release from the Media Cell, CEO Office, Nagaland, the Enforcement Directorate, Government of India shall keep a close watch on money laundering activities for holding a free and fair election. It has opened a Camp Office in Kohima and these activities will be closely monitored from their Sub-Zonal Office in Guwahati, the release said.
“If any instance of money laundering related to politically exposed persons, connected with political activities directly or indirectly, comes to light, coordinated action shall be taken so that money/ proceeds of crime connected with a scheduled offence does not get in political financing,” the release stated.
The public were further informed to register complaints if any is found on the aforementioned electoral malpractices to the Control Room at Camp Office, Kohima on the contact number 8837470460.