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State Election Commission notifies Model Code of Conduct for Government Servants within 7-Kamalanagar ‘W’ MDC Constituency

STATE ELECTION COMMISSION NOTIFIES MODEL CODE OF CONDUCT FOR GOVERNMENT SERVANT WITHIN 7-KAMALANAGAR โ€˜Wโ€™ MDC CONSTITUENCY

159/2025-2026

Dated Aizawl, the 23rd July, 2025 : WHEREAS, the State Election Commission, Mizoram has prescribed Model Code of Conduct for observance by the political parties, candidates and persons holding high public offices for the ensuing By-Election to 7-Kamalanagar โ€˜Wโ€™ MDC Constituency under Chakma Autonomous District Council, 2025; and

WHEREAS, the Commission feels that there has been necessity for imposing restrictions on the activities of the Government servants within 7-Kamalanagar โ€˜Wโ€™ MDC Constituency under Chakma Autonomous District Council during enforcement of Model Code of Conduct, i.e. from the date of announcement of election till the Announcement of the Result.

NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the powers conferred under Article 243ZA of the Constitution of India read with sub-rule (5) of Rule 7 of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (Constitution, Conduct of Business, etc.) Rules, 2002 as amended, the State Election Commission, Mizoram hereby orders that a Government servant holding office in the State Government, Central Government, Public Sector Enterprise of State or Central Government, Statutory Bodies getting financial assistance from the Government will come under the preview of the Code of Conduct for observance by the Government servants as follows:-

  1. A Government servant shall remain absolutely impartial during the election and he/she shall not indulge in any campaigning activities for or against any contesting candidate or political party;
  2. No Government servant shall subscribe in aid of, or assist in any way, any candidate;
  3. The Government servant shall not himself speak at or take active and prominent part in organizing or conducting the meeting;
  4. No Government servant should accompany a Minister or such other political functionaries for electioneering;
  5. No Government servant should attend any political meeting except those who are in- charge of maintenance of law and order or those deployed for security duties;
  6. Police Officials engaged in law and order duties shall not be construed as participating in the meeting of any candidate;
  7. While dealing with different political parties in day to day official transaction each Government servant shall maintain absolute neutrality. While registering cases on complaint filed by different political groups or contesting candidates or their supporters, police will take prompt steps in most impartial manner;
  8. Violation of Code of Conduct by any Government servant will make himself/herself liable to disciplinary proceeding under the provisions of the Central Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1965.

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Governor’s Rule imposed in CADC

In exercise of the power conferred by Para 16(2) read with Para 20 BB of the Sixth Schedule to the Constitution of India, the Hon’ble Governor of Mizoram is pleased to assume to himself all functions or powers vested in or exercisable by the Chakma Autonomous District Council. Further, the Governor of Mizoram is pleased to declare that such functions or powers shall be exercised by the Deputy Commissioner, Lawngtlai District on his behalf with immediate effect for a period of 6 (six) months or until further order.

CADC Executive Committee removed in No-Confidence Motion

Kamalanagar, 16 June 2025: The Chakma Autonomous District Council, in a Special Session held today at the CADC Session Hall, Kamalanagar, passed a No-Confidence Motion against the incumbent Executive Committee led by the Chief Executive Member, Shri Molin Kumar Chakma. The session was presided over by the Chairman of the Council, Shri Lakkhan Chakma.

The motion was moved by Zoram Peopleโ€™s Movement (ZPM) member and elected MDC from 15-Rengkashya Constituency, Shri Doymoy Daveng Chakma, citing the CEMโ€™s loss of the confidence of the majority members of the House as the reason necessitating a change in leadership.

The motion was subsequently taken up for discussion, during which several members participated, and was then put to vote. Out of the 17 elected members present and voting, 15 voted in favour of the motion, 1 voted against it, and the lone MNF MDC, Shri Rasik Mohan Chakma, abstained from voting. With the motion receiving a clear majority, it was declared passed. The Special Session was thereafter declared prorogued.

CADC Special Session summoned on 16 June 2025

Dg. Lakkhan Chakma, Chairman, Chakma Autonomous District Council is pleased to summon the Members of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council to sit for a Special Meeting of the Council to be commenced on 16th June (Monday) 2025 at 10.30 A.M. in the Session Hall of Chakma Autonomous District Council, Kamalanagar.

CADC mourns the passing of Executive Member Dg. Sanjeev Chakma

Kamalanagar, April 10, 2025: Executive Member of the Chakma Autonomous District Council, Dg. Sanjeev Chakma, passed away on Tuesday at Trinity Hospital, Aizawl, after suffering a stroke. He was 44 years old.

A condolence gathering was held today at his residence in Kamalanagar, attended by CADC CEM, Dg. Molin Kumar Chakma, 36-Tuichawng MLA Dg. Rasik Mohan Chakma, West Tuipui MLA Dgb. Prova Chakma, Executive Members, Members of District Council (MDCs), government officials, and representatives of all political parties of CADC.

Expressing profound grief over the sudden demise of Dg. Sanjeev Chakma, CEM Dg. Molin Kumar Chakma acknowledged his tireless efforts in shaping policies for public welfare and emphasized that his passing was an immense loss to the council and the entire Chakma community. He described him as a committed leader and a compassionate representative of the people of his constituency. He also assured the bereaved family that as per Rule 13 of the CADC (Salaries, Allowances, and Pension of Members) Rules, 2003, the spouse of the deceased MDC is entitled to pension and death gratuity benefits. The CADC will ensure that the family receives the due entitlements in accordance with the rules, he said.
Born on November 1, 1980, in Kamalanagar, Dg. Sanjeev Chakma pursued his early education in his hometown before continuing his studies in Shillong. He entered active electoral politics in 2013 when he contested the MDC General Election from Kamalanagar โ€˜Sโ€™ constituency as an independent candidate. Later, he joined the Bharatiya Janata Party and successfully contested the 2018 MDC General Election from Kamalanagar โ€˜Wโ€™ constituency, marking the beginning of his tenure as an elected representative. He served as an MDC from 2018 to 2023 and was re-elected in the 11th General Election to CADC. During his tenure, he held charge of multiple departments, including Primary School Education, Sports & Youth Services, Social Welfare, Horticulture, and Sericulture.

Dg. Sanjeev Chakma is survived by his wife, Dgb. Bichitra Chakma, three daughters, and one son. His mortal remains were cremated today at Kamalanagar. As a mark of respect, the CADC has declared 11th April (Friday) as a holiday for all CADC offices.