As Nagaland prepares for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections 2024 on April 19, the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) has come into force with the announcement of voting dates by Election Commissions of India (ECI) and will be in force till the completion of the elections.
The MCC have to be strictly adhered by all government officials. political parties, contesting candidates across the state. Any violation would be dealt with according to the relevant laws and regulations. The MCC prohibits political activities, all political activities, including rallies, public meeting, and procession, must adhere to the guidelines outline in the model code of conduct. Any political gathering must obtain necessary permission from the appropriate authorities.
The MCC strictly prohibits use of government machinery, resources and facilities for campaigning or any other political purpose by any political party or candidate. This includes vehicles, premises, personnel, and any other Government assets. The MCC requires maintaining peace and order to ensure a peaceful electoral process. Any incidents of violence, intimidation, or coercion must be dealt with promptly and impartially by the law enforcement agencies.
Peren: Deputy Commissioner (DC) and District Election Officer (DEO) Peren, Vineet Kumar has informed that MCC has come into effect and would be implemented throughout the district.
Mokokchung: Deputy commissioner ( DC) and District Election Officer (DEO), Mokokcung, Thsuvisie Phoji has informed that consequent upon announcement of the 18th Lok Sabha Election 2024, MCC has come into effect. In this regard, all government officials, political parties, contestant candidates have been asked to strictly adhere to MCC.