A delegation of BJP led by state vice-president Lekhashree Samantasinghar met the CEO and submitted a memorandum alleging violation of model code of conduct (MCC) by BJD. (Photo | Express)
BHUBANESWAR: The BJP on Thursday petitioned the chief electoral officer (CEO) against the exposure visit of Mission Shakti delegates to Dubai. The party alleged the tour was organised by the Tourism department even after announcement of election dates by the Election Commission of India (ECI).
A delegation of BJP led by state vice-president Lekhashree Samantasinghar met the CEO and submitted a memorandum alleging violation of model code of conduct (MCC) by BJD. “The conducted tour of members of block-level federations of women self-help groups to Dubai on March 23 is an inducement to influence the group members and their families ahead of elections. This is a clear violation of MCC. Appropriate action should be taken against the government and its officers concerned,” the party leaders…
