Filling of casual vacancy in the office of Adhakshya or Upadhakshya

In the event of removal of an Adhakshya or an Upadhakshya under section 55 or when a vacancy occurs in the office of the Adhakshya or Upadhakshya by resignation, death or otherwise the Zilla Panchayat shall elect another Adhaykshya or Upadhakshya, as the case may be. The person so elected shall take office forthwith and shall held office for the unexpired term of office of his predecessor.