Aizawl
As the November 7 elections in Mizoram draw near, Chief Minister and Mizo National Front (MNF) President Zoramthanga has displayed unwavering confidence in his party’s prospects, projecting a confident win with an anticipated 25 out of the 40 seats in the Assembly. Zoramthanga, a seasoned politician vying for his fourth term as Chief Minister, has emphasized the MNF’s independent ideology, firmly refuting any allegations that associate the party with the BJP’s influence in the state. During the filing of nominations from the Aizawl East-1 seat, Zoramthanga highlighted the competitive political landscape, acknowledging the Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) as the primary contender. He reiterated the historic grassroots support of the MNF, expressing confidence in securing a comfortable majority in the upcoming elections. In response to recent accusations by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Zoramthanga firmly rejected claims of the MNF aligning with the principles of the BJP and RSS, reiterating the party’s distinct identity and emphasizing its status as an independent political entity with no formal ties to the Congress party. As the scrutiny of nomination papers begins, the political atmosphere in Mizoram has intensified, with the MNF striving to consolidate its position within the state’s political landscape. Zoramthanga’s emphasis on the party’s independent ideology and assurance of an electoral triumph underscores the MNF’s determination to navigate the evolving political climate, solidifying its prominence in the upcoming Assembly elections.
