Election Commission has taken an important decision to increase the honorarium of election officers before Bihar elections

The Election Commission has taken an important decision to increase the honorarium of election officers. The remuneration of presiding officers, polling officers, counting personnel, micro observers and other officers has been increased. The honorarium of Deputy District Election Officers, CAPF personnel and sector officers has also been increased. The rates of food and refreshments have also been increased during polling and counting duty.

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Election Commission has taken an important decision to increase the honorarium of election officers before Bihar elections
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Election Commission has taken an important decision to increase the honorarium of election officers before Bihar elections
Election Commission has taken an important decision to increase the honorarium of election officers before Bihar elections

Election Commission has made a significant decision and enhanced the honorarium of the election officers. The Commission has enhanced the pay of presiding officers, polling officers, counting staff, micro observers, and other officers.

Besides this, the honorarium of Deputy District Election Officers, CAPF staff, and sector officers has also been enhanced. Moreover, the rates for food and refreshments for polling or counting duty have also been enhanced.

The letter from the Election Commission points out that the elections are a range of activities undertaken by the election machinery that comprises officers and employees recruited from the different departments of the Central Government, State Governments, PSUs, local bodies, etc.

Muskan Kumawat Verified Public Figure • 16 Apr, 2026 Journalist

Muskan Kumawat is a Journalist & Content Writer at Sangri Times English, covering a wide range of topics, including news, entertainment, and trending stories. With a strong passion for storytelling and in-depth reporting, she delivers engaging and informative content to readers.

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