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Congress candidate protests missing CCTV at Bihar MLC counting centre
A Congress candidate raised concerns over the absence of CCTV cameras at the Bankipore counting hall during Bihar MLC elections, despite evidence of camera installation infrastructure. The candidate staged a sit-in to protest the alleged security lapse.
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The Congress candidate contesting the Bihar MLC elections alleged that closed-circuit television cameras were missing from the Bankipore counting hall on Wednesday, prompting a demonstration at the venue. While cameras appeared to have been installed on the broader counting premises, they were notably absent from the main counting hall itself, the candidate claimed. Evidence of wiring suggested that camera infrastructure had been planned for the location, raising questions about the removal or non-installation of the equipment. In response to the alleged irregularity, the candidate staged a sit-in at the counting centre to register their protest and demand clarification from election officials. The incident highlights concerns over transparency and security measures during the electoral process in Bihar, one of India's politically significant states. Election officials are expected to respond to the allegations regarding the status of surveillance equipment at the counting venue.