Assembly Poll Dates: With the announcement of election dates in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry, the Model Code of Conduct has come into force in all these states. So let us know to what extent the power of the Chief Minister reduces and what he will not be able to do.
The Election Commission of India on Sunday announced the dates of assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. Let us tell you that voting will take place in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry on 9 April. Whereas in Tamil Nadu, voting will be held on 23rd April. Whereas in West Bengal, voting will be held in two phases i.e. on 23rd and 29th April. The results of the assembly elections of all five states will come together on May 4. Meanwhile, there is discussion as to how much the power of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will reduce once the elections are announced. Will she be able to work like before or not? So let’s know in details…
How much power is left for the Chief Minister after the announcement of elections?
With the announcement of election dates, the Model Code of Conduct has come into force in all these states. As soon as the election dates are announced, there is some reduction in the powers of the Chief Minister. But it is also true that their power does not end completely. But during this period, the functioning of the government is closely monitored by the Election Commission. If the government does anything against the code of conduct, the Election Commission takes action on it.
CM Mamata Banerjee will no longer be able to do these three things?
Since elections are to be held in Bengal and the dates have also been revealed, CM Mamata Banerjee will no longer be able to announce any new scheme for the public in the state. Along with this, the Chief Minister will not be able to lay new foundation stones or inaugurate new ones. Apart from this, she will not be able to make any transfer, new appointment or promotion of any government officials without prior permission.
Now no new project will start in Bengal
Now Mamata Banerjee will not be able to make any public interest related promises to woo the voters. Nor will any major financial decision involving large-scale expenditure or investment be completely banned. Apart from this, she can start a new project in the state. However, the work already going on can be completed. Provided that they are not used for electoral gains. Along with this, the Election Commission will keep a close watch on all the work.