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The Manipur Municipalities (Fifth Amendment) Act, 2015

The Manipur Municipalities (Fifth Amendment) Act, 2011, is a legislative update to the Manipur Municipalities Act, 1994. Its primary purpose is to streamline the election process for the Chairperson of municipal bodies. The Act establishes strict timelines for holding elections: 45 days from the notification of election results for a standard term, and 21 days in the event of a mid-term vacancy. By setting these clear deadlines, the Act ensures that municipal leadership remains stable and that local governance does not suffer from prolonged periods of vacancy, providing accountability and operational continuity for citizens relying on municipal services.

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