8230;pulls up Pawar for code violation

The Commission also noted that the Government proposal to seek permission to announce the package was a mere formality as it was 8220;presented with a fait accompli8221;. The Commission said the loopholes in Pawar8217;s reply and Cabinet secretary8217;s note confirms apprehensions that this way of quietly announcing government schemes benefiting target voters was consciously being followed. Warning the Government of 8220;serious implications and repercussion8221; if such violations are repeated, the EC advised the Cabinet secretary to reiterate the guidelines to all ministries and departments.

Meanwhile, the Government on Thursday announced a fertiliser package that would directly benefit Uttar Pradesh. 8220;We have taken notice of the Cabinet decision. Notices will be issued tomorrow,8221; an EC official said.