'Must maintain political neutrality': EC says model code curbs apply to retired govt officials
'Must maintain political neutrality': EC says model code curbs apply to retired govt officials
- ✓'Must maintain political neutrality': EC says model code curbs apply to retired govt officials
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NewsIndia News'Must maintain political neutrality': EC says model code curbs apply to retired govt officials 'Must maintain political neutrality': EC says model code curbs apply to retired govt officials Edited by Rohitashwa Ranjan / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Nov 10, 2026, 14:53 IST NEW DELHI: The Election Commission on Tuesday extended the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) restrictions to retired state government officials engaged by state governments in states where assembly elections are scheduled next year.In a letter addressed to the chief secretaries and chief electoral officers of Goa, Manipur, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, the commission said such individuals must maintain political neutrality and refrain from participating in election campaigns.Join conversation InsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig Development Get the latest India News and Live updates.
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| Issuing Authority | Times of India National |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | POLITICS |
| Jurisdiction | All India / National |
| Publication Date | 10 November 2026 |