SaralnamaThe Election Commission has issued strict guidelines for candidates in the upcoming assembly elections. Today, expense observers warned candidates to maintain detailed records of all campaign expenses from nomination to result declaration. From now, candidates must open a separate bank account for election expenses. Until the results, payments over ₹10,000 must be made by account-payee cheque only. Candidates will receive a three-color register to record daily expenses, cash transactions, and bank payments. Next, they must submit complete expense accounts within 30 days of results. Failure to comply or providing false information can lead to a 3-year ban from contesting any election. (Updated 24 Oct 2025, 07:38 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- The Election Commission has issued strict guidelines for candidates in the upcoming assembly elections
- Today, expense observers warned candidates to maintain detailed records of all campaign expenses from nomination to result declaration
- From now, candidates must open a separate bank account for election expenses