Archive · 26 Oct 2025
ECI Reminds Media of Rules for Bihar Elections
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a reminder to media outlets about rules for the upcoming Bihar elections.
During the 48-hour 'silence period' before voting ends, no election-related content, including opinions, can be displayed.
This prevents influencing voters.
The ECI has also banned exit polls from November 6 to November 11.
This ban includes print, electronic, and digital platforms.
The ECI wants a fair election, and violating these rules can result in penalties, including jail time.
ECI warned media about election content during the silence period.
The silence period is 48 hours before the end of polling.
Voting for the first phase of Bihar polls is on November 6.
Voting for the second phase is on November 11.
Exit polls are prohibited from November 6 to November 11.
- Who
- Election Commission of India (ECI)
- What
- Warned media about restrictions during the Bihar elections.
- When
- Ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections.
- Where
- Bihar
- Why
- To ensure fair and transparent elections.
- Event
- Bihar Assembly Elections & Bye-elections
- Polling Dates
- November 6 and November 11
- Silence Period
- 48 hours before the end of polling in each phase
- Exit Poll Ban Start
- 7:00 AM on November 6, 2025
- Exit Poll Ban End
- 6:30 PM on November 11, 2025
- Legal Basis
- Sections 126(1)(b) & 126A of Representation of the People Act, 1951
- Violation Penalty
- Imprisonment up to two years, fine, or both
