Mizoram: Governor's rule imposed in Chakma Autonomous District Council
A notification issued by the Department of District Council and Minority Affairs stated that the Governor has, under constitutional provisions, assumed all powers and functions vested in or exercisable by the CADC.
The move follows the ousting of chief executive member (CEM) Molin Kumar Chakma through a no-confidence motion on June 16. Subsequently, Lakkhan Chakma staked claim to become the third CEM of the 11th CADC, backed by eight BJP members who defected to the ruling Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) on June 2.
The notification cited 'constant political instability' as a key reason behind the decision, stating that such a situation is 'extremely detrimental for the CADC' and contrary to the objectives of the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, which mandates effective administration of tribal areas.
The Governor has authorised the deputy commissioner of Lawngtlai district to exercise the council's powers on his behalf with immediate effect, for a period of six months or until further orders.
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