'Haryana officials distributing subsidised foodgrains, pension'

Image
IANS Gurgaon
Last Updated : Apr 09 2014 | 9:06 PM IST

BJP's Gurgaon candidate Rao Inderjeet Singh Wednesday complained to the EC about violation of the model code of conduct and sought action in the matter.

"Officials of the Haryana government called meetings and directed district officers to distribute subsidised rice and wheat to the people and reach out to as many people as possible," he said.

He added that officers have also been directed to distribute money (pension) to widows and senior citizens in the district.

He said distributing foodgrains and pension and involving the government machinery violated the model code of conduct.

"This violation is happening in Mewat, Gurgaon and Rewari districts. If it is taking place in these three districts, it is probably occurring in all nine assembly segments. The state machinery under the Congress government is also canvassing in these districts for the Congress candidate Rao Dharampal," Rao Inderjeet said in his complaint.

"I would like to request you to take appropriate action in the matter," he added.

*Subscribe to Business Standard digital and get complimentary access to The New York Times

Smart Quarterly

₹900

3 Months

₹300/Month

SAVE 25%

Smart Essential

₹2,700

1 Year

₹225/Month

SAVE 46%
*Complimentary New York Times access for the 2nd year will be given after 12 months

Super Saver

₹3,900

2 Years

₹162/Month

Subscribe

Renews automatically, cancel anytime

Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans

Exclusive premium stories online

  • Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors

Complimentary Access to The New York Times

  • News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic

Business Standard Epaper

  • Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share

Curated Newsletters

  • Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox

Market Analysis & Investment Insights

  • In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor

Archives

  • Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997

Ad-free Reading

  • Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements

Seamless Access Across All Devices

  • Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app

More From This Section

First Published: Apr 09 2014 | 8:54 PM IST

Next Story