In Mizoram, a total of 174 candidates filed their nomination till the last day of nomination. Chief Minister Zoramthanga was the most prominent face to file his nomination as a nominee of the ruling Mizo National Front (MNF) from Aizawl East – I.<br />'' <br />'' In Aizawl District, a total of 55 candidates have filed their nominations while a total of 27 candidates filed their nominations from Lunglei District. In Siaha District, a total of 9 candidates submitted their nominations while 10 candidates filed their nominations from Champhai District. A total of 13 candidates filed their nomination in Kolasib District while 15 candidates submitted their nomination from Serchhip District. In Lawngtlai District, a total of 13 candidates filed their papers while 14 candidates submitted their nominations in Mamit District. A total of 11 candidates filed their nomination in Saitual District while four candidates filed their papers from Khawzawl District. In Hnhathial, a total of three candidates filed their nominations.<br />'' <br />'' Scrutiny will take place on Saturday.<br />'' <br />'' With the end of the nomination period, hectic campaigning is taking place across the state with political parties trying to woo the voters.<br />'' <br />'' Assembly elections in Mizoram assume significance this year as the fight is going to be a multi-corner contest. In the past, the fight was mostly between the Congress and the Mizo National Front. In this election, the BJP, Congress, the ruling Mizo National Front, the Zoram People's Movement (ZPM), and the new entrant Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) are putting up candidates for the Assembly polls. Besides, a good number of Independent candidates are also fighting the election. Most importantly, more than 10 women candidates have filed their nominations.<br />'' Mizoram will go to polls on November 7 to elect 40 members of the Mizoram Legislative Assembly.
News On AIR | October 20, 2023 9:34 PM
Mizoram: 174 candidates files their nomination till last day of nomination