Mizoram civic body election: Campaign gains momentum as parties gear up for April 21 polls
The Hindu
Mizoram's civic body election heats up as parties finalize candidates and campaign strategies ahead of the April 21 polls.
Political activity is gathering pace in Mizoram ahead of the Aizawl Municipal Corporation (AMC) elections, with parties stepping up preparations, finalising candidates and outlining agendas for the civic body.
Polling for the 19-member AMC is scheduled for April 21, with counting to be held on April 27.
The ruling Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) expressed confidence of victory, with party general secretary Eddie Zosangliana Colney saying the candidate list will be announced on March 23.
He said candidates have been selected after a rigorous process at the local council level.
“Our candidates have been chosen with great care from every ward,” Mr. Colney said, adding that the party aims to transform the capital into a “New Aizawl” with improved urban governance.
Meanwhile, the Opposition Mizo National Front (MNF) is seeking to retain control of the civic body.
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