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Lawngtlai, 17th November 2025: In preparation for the forthcoming 12th Member of District Council (MDC) Election under the Lai Autonomous District Council (LADC), the District Election Officer (DEO) Shri Donny Lalruatsanga convened a coordination meeting with Sector Officers, Static Surveillance Team (SST), and Flying Squad Team (FST) Team Leaders today at the DC Conference Hall.

Shri Donny Lalruatsanga expressed gratitude to all officials for their continued cooperation. He highlighted the need for strict adherence to the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) by Sector Officers and urged SST and FST personnel to carry out their duties diligently. He reminded the team leaders to effectively guide their members, ensure timely reporting, and maintain professionalism during enforcement activities. He also emphasized that all teams are functioning under the guidance of the State Election Commission (SEC) and urged them to extend full support to ensure a smooth and successful election process.

The DEO stressed the importance of preparedness, vigilance, and proper coordination for a free, fair and peaceful election. He called for collective efforts from all stakeholders and encouraged cooperation from NGOs and the public to ensure trouble-free polling across the district.

Election Officer (EO) Shri Collin Hlychho highlighted the importance of timely submission of Sector Officer Visit Reports after each visit. He instructed all SST and FST and their leaders to strictly follow the prescribed Report Format and submit them promptly to the Election Branch.

The meeting also featured a discussion session wherein the Sector Officers, SST, and FST Team Leaders highlighted the challenges they faced, raised pertinent queries, and deliberated on possible solutions. It was further decided that the first report of Sector Officers shall be submitted on or before this Friday, 21st November 2025.

All Sector Officers,  SSTand FST Team Leaders attended the meeting. The session concluded with closing remarks and words of appreciation from the DEO.