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Jharkhand HC pulls up state over delay in local body polls

THE JHARKHAND STORY DESK   Ranchi, Sept 2: The Jharkhand High Court on Tuesday heard a contempt petition filed in connection with…

Jharkhand HC pulls up state over delay in local body polls

THE JHARKHAND STORY DESK

 

Ranchi, Sept 2: The Jharkhand High Court on Tuesday heard a contempt petition filed in connection with the conduct of local body elections.

On the court’s direction, the state Chief Secretary and the Urban Development Secretary appeared in person.

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Justice Anand Sen expressed displeasure over the delay in initiating the election process despite the court’s earlier order.

The officials present were directed to ensure compliance with the court’s directions.

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The matter will now be taken up for detailed hearing on September 10. The contempt petition was filed by outgoing councillor Roshni Khalkho.

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