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Dg. Mohan Chakma elected uncontested as Chairman of CADC

Kamalanagar, 27th March 2024: Dg. Mohan Chakma, MDC from 20-Parva MDC Constituency, CADC, has been officially declared elected uncontested as the new Chairman of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council in a sitting held at the CADC Session Hall today. This election was necessitated following the resignation of former Chairman Dg. Kali Kumar Tongchangya on December 15, 2023, which rendered the post vacant until now.

The Governor of Mizoram, had on 21st March, notified the schedules for the election of the new Chairman of the Chakma Autonomous District Council. In pursuance to the notification and in accordance with Sub-Rule (1) of Rule 1 of the CADC (Constitution, Conduct of Business, etc.), Rules 2002, the Deputy Chairman of CADC notified the dates for filing of nomination papers and election. However, only one nomination paper from Dg. Mohan Chakma of the 20-Parva MDC Constituency was received which was scrutinized and found valid. Therefore, he was elected uncontested to the post as provided under the Rule 31 of the CADC (Constitution, Conduct of Business, etc.), Rules 2002

In his inaugural address soon after assuming the charge, the newly elected Chairman conveyed gratitude to the house leader and members for ensuring an uncontested election. He also extended his appreciation to his constituents and well-wishers for their support. Moreover, he also expressed confidence in the capabilities of the present Executive Committee and reiterated his commitment to maintain neutrality in his role.

House leader Dg. Rasik Mohan Chakma, CEM, CADC & MLA, Mizoram, in his address extended a warm welcome to the new Chairman. He emphasized the importance of the Chairman playing an impartial role in the conduct of business in the house. Highlighting the tradition of maintaining decorum and decency on the floor of the house by members of the Chakma Autonomous District Council since its inception in 1972, he expressed confidence that the same standards of decorum would be upheld under the experienced leadership of Dg. Mohan Chakma. He commented that the Mizoram Legislative Assembly is among the best run assemblies in the world for its peaceful conduct of business and should serve as a shining example for all.

In conclusion, he extended his warm Bizu greetings to all the Chakmas living across the world.

The newly elected Chairman was also congratulated on behalf of the Executive Committee through a short speech by Dg. Kalasoga Chakma, Executive Member, CADC as well as by Dg. Hemanta Larma, MDC.

Notification: Session for Election of Chairman, CADC

Whereas the Governor of Mizoram, vide No.H.14011/6/2018-DC&MA (C) of dated Aizawl,
the 21st March, 2024, has notified the schedules for election to the new Chairman of the Chakma
Autonomous District Council.

Now, therefore, as provided under Sub-rule (1) of Rule 31 of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (Constitution, Conduct of Business etc.) Rules 2002 and as amended from time to time and in pursuance of the notification vide No.H.14011/6/2018-DC&MA (C) of dated Aizawl, the 21st March, 2024, the Deputy Chairman, Chakma Autonomous District Council, is pleased to summon all the Members of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council to attend and elect the new Chairman of the Chakma Autonomous District Council as per schedules given below.

CADC Budget Session 2024-2925 to commence from 9th April

NOTIFICATION

As provided under Sub-Rules (3) & (4) of Rule 33 of the Chaka Autonomous District Council (Constitution. Conduct of Business, etc.) Rules, 2002 and as amended from time to time, the Deputy Chairman, Chakma Autonomous District Council is pleased to summon the Members of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council to sit for the Budget Session 2024-2025 to be commenced from 9th April (Tuesday) 2024 at 10.30 A.M. in the Session Hall of Chakma Autonomous District Council, Kamalanagar.

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Deputy Chairman disqualifies 3 members of CADC

Deputy Chairman, CADC, Dg. Sundor Muni Chakma has disqualified Dg. Hiranand Tongchangya, Dg. Sanjeev Chakma and Dg. Mohan Chakma from the Membership of Chakma Autonomous District Council under Sub-Rule (1) of Rule 17 of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (Constitution and Conduct of Business, etc.) Rule, 2002 with immediate effect.

However, as provided under sub-clause (j) of Sub-Rule (1) of Rule 12 of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (Constitution and Conduct of Business, etc.) Rules, 2002 and as amended, this disqualification notification shall not take effect until three months have elapsed from the date of their conviction, or if within that period an appeal or application for revision is preferred from the conviction or the sentence, and an interim stay against such conviction or suspension of such sentence has been obtained by such person from a competent appellate or divisional court, as the case may be.

Kali Kumar Tongchangya resigns as Chairman of CADC

Kamalanagar, 15 December 2023: Dg. Kali Kumar Tongchangya, the Chairman of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), tendered his resignation today, the 15th of December, 2023.

In his resignation letter addressed to the Governor of Mizoram, Dg. Kali Kumar Tongchangya stated that he resigned from the office of the Chairman of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council in accordance with Sub-Rule (b) of Rule 16 of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (Constitution, Conduct of Business, etc.) Rules, 2002.

Winter Session of CADC prorogued in single sitting

Kamalanagar, December 15, 2023: The Winter Session of 2023 of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) concluded today, chaired by Dg. Sundor Muni Chakma, Deputy Chairman of CADC. The session commenced with the announcement of the resignation of the incumbent Chairman of CADC Dg. Kali Kumar from his office earlier today.

In a solemn tribute, the House observed an obituary reference for former Councilor of CADC, late Dg. Buddha Lila Chakma, who passed away on October 10, 2023 due to a hemorrhagic stroke at IBS Hospital in Delhi. The Chief Executive Member and House Leader Dg. Rasik Mohan Chakma delivered a heartfelt eulogy and acknowledged the various contributions of the departed leader to the community in different capacities. The House paid respects to the deceased leader through a poignant one-minute silent prayer.

The session transacted a total of 4 starred questions, 4 unstarred questions, and 3 supplementary questions. With this, the Winter Session of 2023 of the 11th CADC has been officially prorogued on the same day.

Winter Session, 2023 to begin from December 15.

In exercise of the provisions under Rule 33(4) of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (Constitution and Conduct of Business, etc.) Rules, 2002 and as amended from time to time, Dangu Kali Kumar Tongchangya, Chairman, Chakma Autonomous District Council is pleased to summon the Members of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council to sit for Winter Session, 2023 to be commenced from 15th December, 2023 (Friday) at 10:30 A.M. in the Session Hall of Chakma Autonomous District Council, Kamalanagar.

All Business both Official and Non-official meant for the Winter Session 2023 may be submitted to the undersigned during office hours on or before 1st December, 2023 (Friday).

Sd/- KALI KUMAR TONGCHANGYA
Chairman
Chakma Autonomous District Council
Kamalanagar.

CADC Chairman Dg. Kali Kumar Tongchangya disqualified following conviction

๐Š๐š๐ฆ๐š๐ฅ๐š๐ง๐š๐ ๐š๐ซ, ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ– ๐’๐ž๐ฉ๐ญ๐ž๐ฆ๐›๐ž๐ซ, ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ‘: Dg. Kali Kumar Tongchangya, the incumbent Chairman of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), has been disqualified from the membership of the Council with immediate effect. The disqualification follows his recent conviction on corruption charges in the Court of Special Judge, Prevention of Corruption Act, Mizoram, Aizawl, on 26th September, 2023.

In an official notification dated 27th September, 2023, issued by the District Council Secretariat of Chakma Autonomous District Council, the disqualification of Chairman Dg. Kali Kumar Tongchangya was announced after he was found guilty under Section 409 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and under Section 13(2) read with 13(1)(c) & (d) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. As a result, he has been sentenced to undergo four years of imprisonment along with a fine of Rs. 2 lakhs.

This disqualification action is in accordance with Clause (i) of Sub-rule (1) of Rule 12 of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (Constitution and Conduct of Business etc) Rules, 2002, and as amended. This rule stipulates that a member shall be disqualified if convicted of any offense other than those referred to in clause (f) & (g) and sentenced to imprisonment for not less than two years.

Dangu Sundor Muni Chakma, the Deputy Chairman of the Chakma Autonomous District Council, has exercised the powers provided under Sub-rule (1) of Rule 17 of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (Constitution and Conduct of Business etc) Rules, 2002, and as amended, to issue the disqualification order.

However, the notification states that, as per Sub-clause (j) of Sub-rule (1) of Rule 12 of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (Constitution and Conduct of Business etc.) Rules, 2002, and as amended, this disqualification will not take effect until three months have elapsed from the date of Dg. Kali Kumar Tongchangyaโ€™s conviction. If, within that period, an appeal or application for revision is preferred from the conviction or the sentence, and an interim stay against such conviction or suspension of such sentence has been obtained by him from a competent appellate or divisional court, then the disqualification will be put on hold until a final decision is reached.

CADC Monsoon Session prorogued

Kamalanagar, August 18, 2023: The Monsoon Session of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) which started on 16th August, 2023, reached its conclusion today, August 18, 2023, after three sittings. A total of 21 members, including the 4 nominated members, participated in the final sitting.

During the concluding session today, a total of 5 questions have been transacted, of which Dg. Doymoy Daveng Chakma, Member of District Council (MDC), CADC, raised 2 unstarred questions and 1 starred question, while Dg. Nirupam Chakma, MDC, CADC, presented two unstarred questions.

Dg. Rasik Mohan Chakma, Chief Executive Member and house leader introduced 3 bills before the house for consideration, which were thoroughly discussed and deliberated upon by the members. Out of the three bills, the following two bills were passed unanimously:

  1. The Chakma Autonomous District Council (Constitution of Planning and Development Board) Rules, 2023
  2. The Chakma Autonomous District Council (Constitution of Law Board) Rules, 2023.

However, in the case of The Chakma Autonomous District Council (Town Committees) Act, 2023, diverse opinions emerged within the house. Consequently, the bill mover Dg. Rasik Mohan Chakma proposed that it be referred to a select committee for further examination which found unanimous agreement of the house.

With the successful completion of all scheduled business transactions, the Monsoon Session was prorogued.