CrPC 144 in Dalbhum before assembly poll

Prohibitory order under section 144 of CrPC has been imposed in Dalbhum sub-division of East Singhbhum district to ensure free and fare assembly election.
The order, which came to effect today, will remain in force till December 23, Sub-divisional Officer of Dalbhum, Prem Ranjan, said.
Ranjan said action would be initiated against organisations and political parties taking out procession, staging demonstration or putting up road blockade, use of government buildings for political purposes such as holding meeting, public addres system without prior permission.
Besides, the district administration also warned of action against any individual or institution registered or committed to any political party from setting up camp, extending greetings or free distribution of any items during forthcoming Chat Festival or Muhurram as such move would be considered as an attempt to woo people in favor of that particular political party and violation of code of conduct.

Ranjan said strict action would be taken against the responsible person or institution, if found guilty, under relevant section of People's Representative Act, 1951 and Indian Penal Code.