<span style="color: #222222;">Fifty-five companies of central paramilitary forces have been deployed in different parts of Bihar to ensure free and fair polls. </span><br />'' <br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">Strict vigil is being maintained in Naxal-affected districts of Aurangabad, Gaya, Nawada and Jamui where the first phase of elections will be held on the 11th of next month. </span><br />'' <br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">Combing operation has already been launched against Maoists in the affected areas. Flag march is being carried out to instil confidence among the electorate.</span><br />