Umroi, Jan 25 : By-elections to Mehgalaya''s Umroi assembly constituency will be held on February 26.

The demise of sitting legislator from United Democratic Party (UDP) E K Mawlong on 18th October last year has necessitated the by-poll.

According to a release from Election Commission, the last date for filling nominations is February 9 while the counting of votes will be held on March 1.

The code of conduct has come into effect, said the Commission. (ANI)