PHE employee suspended for violating MCC

Excelsior Correspondent
Srinagar, Dec 5: Authorities today suspended a microbiologist in PHE’s Sogam division in Kupwara for violating Model Code of Conduct (MCC) by participating in election rallies and political meetings.
An order in this regard was issued by the Additional Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, ordering the suspension of Reyaz Ahmad Tantary (Microbiologist PHE Sub Division Sogam), followed by a complaint filed with Governor’s Grievance Cell J&K.
The complaint had stated about the official’s participation in Election-related rallies and political meetings.
“The participation of the government employee in election rallies is a clear violation of Model Code of Conduct which deserves punitive action as warranted under law,” reads the order. He has been attached to the Accounts Officer of Deputy Commissioner’s Office with immediate effect.
“The Accounts Officer shall conduct the enquiry into the matter and furnish a detailed report within 15 days,” the order reads.