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Section 27. Simultaneous Vacancy in the Offices of Mukhia and Up-Mukhia
Jharkhand Panchayat Raj Act, 2001_English
Act no. 6 of 20012001In forceJharkhand (State Act)
Section 27 Simultaneous Vacancy in the Offices of Mukhia and Up-Mukhia - 1. If the offices of Mukhia and Up-Mukhia fall vacant simultaneously in a Gram Panchayat, the Executive Officer concerned shall, within fifteen days of such occurrence, call a meeting of the members to elect an Up-Mukhia. 2. The Executive Officer shall be presided over such meeting but he shall not be entitled to vote. 3. In case of votes being equal in the election of the Up-Mukhia, the result shall be determined by lot.