Section 144(4) in The Mizoram Autonomous District Council (Constitution and Conduct of Business of the District Councils) Rules, 1974
(4)In emergencies such as disturbance of the public peace or the occurrence of a natural calamity the presiding officer may, with the approval of the Returning Officer close the poll the announce the adjournment of the poll to a subsequent day. The Returning Officer shall immediately report the circumstances to the Government.
