‘Rigid model code stalling court infrastructure repairs’: Kerala High Court slams ECI
Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Kerala High Court criticized the Chief Electoral Officer's rigid approach to the Model Code of Conduct, blocking essential court infrastructure repairs. The court heard a PIL seeking exemptions for urgent civil and electrical works during summer vacation. The CEO delayed responding to the March 21 request, later requiring approval through a government screening committee. The court found this mechanically rigid application defeats the MCC's purpose and interferes with judicial functioning.
Key Entities
Kerala High CourtChief Electoral OfficerModel Code of ConductChief Justice Soumen SenJustice Syam Kumar V MElection Commission of IndiaRegistrar General