Pondy Congress seeks clarification from CM on poll notification

Former Puducherry CM, V. Narayanasamy, said the CM should explain why he signed a notification for the polls that did not provide reservation to BCs and STs

Former Puducherry Chief Minister V. Narayanasamy has sought a clarification from Chief Minister N. Rangasamy on the local body poll notification issued on October 7 to announce the elections that did not contain provisions for reservation for Backward Classes and Scheduled Tribes. The Madras High Court .

In a virtual statement on Tuesday night, the Congress leader said the notification issued by the State Election Commission on October 7 was signed by the Chief Minister, who also holds the Local Administration portfolio.