A query has been raised regarding the eligibility of a non-resident society member, who is also a doctor and has leased their flat, to be elected as Secretary. The consensus suggests that if the individual is a flat owner and a member of the Cooperative Housing Society (CHS), they are generally entitled to vote and hold positions on the Managing Committee, regardless of their residency status. It is advisable to consult the specific bye-laws of the association for definitive clarification.