Special provision

Notwithstanding anything contained in the Orissa Panchayat Samiti Act, 1959, during the period between the date of commencement of this Act and the date on which the newly elected Chairmen of the Panchayat Samitis assume office, the powers and functions of the Panchayat Samitis shall be exercised and performed by the Subdivisional Officer having jurisdiction over the concerned Block.