DGP Vinay Kumar briefs on security arrangements ahead of phase two of Bihar polling
Bihar DGP Vinay Kumar said, “Preparations for the second phase of elections are even more stringent than the first phase. Among the districts where polling will take place, some are located on the international border, such as the seven districts adjacent to the India-Nepal border. Elections are also being held in districts adjacent to inter-state borders. Nodal officers have been appointed in these states, and discussions have already taken place with the DGPs of these states. The international border was sealed yesterday. The inter-state border will be sealed today. Checkpoints have been set up in the bordering states, and joint inspections will be conducted. In this phase, 1,650 companies are being deployed. In addition, state police forces will be deployed in the districts where elections are to be held. All preparations are underway. A mounted police squad has also been deployed..."
