India, Feb. 12 -- The Election Commission of India (ECI) has lifted the model code of conduct (MCC) in the Capital as the Delhi assembly polls have concluded, paving the way for several pending infrastructure projects to be greenlit.

During the MCC period, work on new projects cannot be initiated, nor can any inaugurations take place. All policy work also remains in limbo, as any scheme which could be perceived to influence public opinion cannot be approved, senior officials aware of the matter said.

The code of conduct came into force in the Capital on January 7, and was finally lifted on February 10.

ECI in an order stated, "Now, that the results in respect of General Election to the Legislative Assembly of NCT of Delhi, 2025 and Bye...