Returning Officer issues show-cause notice to village council member for alleged MCC violation during Koridang bye-election campaign activities.
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MOKOKCHUNG — The sub-divisional officer (Civil) and returning officer for 28 Koridang (ST) by-election, Nockpai Konyak, has issued a show-cause notice to a member of Mangmetong Village Council in Mokokchung district for allegedly violating the model code of conduct (MCC).
The notice was issued following reports and prima facie evidence indicating that the government-approved village council member actively campaigned for a political party at Khensa village on March 28. He was reportedly seen participating in election-related activities in favour of a candidate, in violation of electoral norms.
The notice stated that such actions contravene provisions of the model code of conduct, the Representation of the People Act, 1951, Section 15 of the Nagaland Village Council Act, and guidelines issued by the Election Commission of India, which mandate political neutrality for government-appointed functionaries during elections.
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It further reminded the official that, as a government-recognised village functionary, he is required to maintain strict neutrality and refrain from engaging in any political activity or extending support to any candidate or party.
The individual has been directed to submit a written explanation within 48 hours of receiving the notice, stating why disciplinary action should not be initiated against him.
The notice warned that failure to respond within the stipulated timeframe would be treated as having no explanation to offer, and appropriate action would be taken under relevant legal provisions.