Patna, Jan. 26 -- On the occasion of National Voters' Day 2026, the Election Commission of India accorded special recognition to Bihar for its exemplary achievements in election management, voter awareness, and innovative communication initiatives. During the national ceremony in New Delhi on Sunday, senior officers of the state, five districts, and the media team of the Chief Electoral Officer's Office were honoured with awards in different categories for their outstanding contributions to the electoral process. President Droupadi Murmu, Union law and justice minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, Election Commissioners, Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi were also present on the occasion. Under the Special Award Category, Vinod Singh Gunjiyal (IAS), Chief Electoral Officer, Bihar, was honoured for his visionary leadership and administrative excellence in ensuring the smooth, transparent, and inclusive conduct of elections across the state. Under his guidance, Bihar witnessed strengthened voter outreach, improved inter-departmental coordination, and the adoption of technology-driven reforms that enhanced efficiency and accessibility in the electoral process. Along with him, Kundan Krishnan (IPS), ADG and State Police Nodal Officer, and Manavjit Dhillon (IPS), Deputy Inspector General of Police, Economic Offences Unit and Election Nodal Officer, were also recognised for their effective coordination, strong law-and-order management, and professional support in conducting free, fair, and peaceful elections. At the district level, five districts - East Champaran, Purnea, Patna, Samastipur, and Madhubani - received the 'Best Electoral District Award' for excellence in election management, innovative practices, and sustained efforts to enhance voter participation. The respective District Election Officers were appreciated for the efficient and systematic execution....