Mokokchung, February 23 (MTNews): Following reports of mobilization of miscreants in several parts of the area comprising 28-Koridang Assembly Constituency which threatens free campaigning and public peace and tranquility in the area, the Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate, Mokokchung, Shashank Pratap Singh, IAS has on Thursday imposed section 144 of CrPC in the constituency area. Accordingly, assembly of five or more persons and vehicular movement of non-essential nature from 5:00 PM- 5:00 AM in the areas of 28 Koridang AC on February 23 have been prohibited.

 

As per the order, the officials and staff of District Administration, Security Personnel, Magistrate on Duty, Medical personnel and persons engaged in election duty/ essential services are exempted.

 

The movement of commercial vehicles (goods/passengers) or vehicles carrying essential commodities, Press & Media, Telecom services, and medical emergencies are also exempted from the above restrictions.

 

Further, election campaign events with the prior permission of Returning Officer shall also be exempted.

 

It mentioned that the order has come into effect immediately and will remain in force till March 3, 2023.

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