Shimla, Apr 03: The model code of conduct for elections to the three tribal assembly constituencies of Kinnaur, Lahaul-Spiti and Bharmaur would come into effect from May 25, 2003. Elections in these three snowbound constituencies would be held on June 8. Chief electoral officer Manisha Nanda said the code of conduct for assembly elections in the state was effective from January 11 to March 7 last. Elections to these constituencies were deferred due to heavy snowfall and the code of conduct for them would remain effective from May 25 to June 11 next.

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