EC issues notice to Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma for violating model code of conduct

The Election Commission sent a notice to Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma for violating the model code of conduct during election campaigns. 

Ahead of the by-elections for five assembly constituencies in the state, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a notice to Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, seeking an explanation for alleged violation of the model code of conduct during by-election campaigns.

The ECI on Monday issued the notice, following complaints lodged by Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Bhupen Kumar Borah, and Congress Legislative Party leader Debabrata Saikia.