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Aizawl Municipal Corporation Polls Underway: Women Voters Outnumber Men

Voting for the Aizawl Municipal Corporation's 19 wards commenced peacefully, with nearly 240,000 eligible voters. Women voters significantly outnumber men, and six wards are exclusively reserved for women candidates. The election features a direct contest between the ruling Zoram People's Movement, the Mizo National Front, and the Mizoram Pradesh Congress Committee, with the BJP contesting in 11 wards. Chief Minister Lalduhoma expressed confidence that the polls would usher in positive development for the city.

Key Points: Aizawl Municipal Corporation Election 2024 Voting Live

  • 239,989 eligible voters
  • Women voters outnumber men by 19,323
  • 6 wards reserved for women
  • No independent candidates
  • Vote counting on April 27
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Polling underway for Aizawl Municipal Corporation

Polling for 19 AMC wards begins. 239,989 voters, women outnumber men. Results on April 27. Key contest between ZPM, MNF, Congress.

"This AMC election will bring significant changes... aiming to make Aizawl a cleaner and better city. - Lalduhoma"

Aizawal, April 21

The election to the Aizawl Municipal Corporation began this morning under a calm and pleasant atmosphere. In this AMC election, there are 19 wards and 264 polling stations. Voting started at 7:00 AM and will continue until 5:00 PM.

The total number of eligible voters is 239,989, including 129,656 women and 110,333 men. Women voters outnumber men by 19,323. The highest number of voters is in Ward No. 18, with 18,906 voters, while the lowest is in Ward No. 8, with 7,975 voters. Within the AMC area, the locality with the highest number of voters is Bawngkawn Veng in Ward No. 2, with 6,442 voters.

In this election, the ruling Zoram People's Movement, along with the Mizo National Front and Mizoram Pradesh Congress Committee, are contesting all 19 wards. The Bharatiya Janata Party is contesting in 11 wards. There are no independent candidates. Out of the 19 wards, 6 are reserved exclusively for women. However, there are a total of 7 women candidates contesting even in open wards. Among them, ZPM and MPCC have fielded 3 women candidates each in general wards, while MNF has fielded one.

Chief Minister Lalduhoma stated that this AMC election will bring significant changes compared to previous years. He said that with increased financial resources, more development work can be carried out, aiming to make Aizawl a cleaner and better city, and to create opportunities beneficial for the youth.

He also mentioned that recent criticisms and personal attacks directed at him, including those based on misinformation, have instead strengthened their resolve. He added that the public no longer supports attacks based on unverified information.

The counting of votes will take place on April 27.

In 2021, the MNF won 11 seats. The Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) secured six seats and became the main opposition party in the corporation. The Indian National Congress managed to win two seats.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Interesting to see the political dynamics in Mizoram. ZPM, MNF, and Congress contesting all wards, while BJP is limited to 11. Also, great step to have 6 wards reserved for women! More women in local governance is always a positive sign for development.
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Sarah B
The Chief Minister's point about personal attacks based on misinformation is relevant everywhere. Politics should be about issues and development, not character assassination. Hope the results bring a stable council to work for Aizawl.
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Vikram M
While peaceful polling is good, I hope the "increased financial resources" the CM talks about translate into visible work on the ground. Municipal corporations often struggle with garbage disposal and water supply. Actions matter more than words.
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Priyanka N
Women voters outnumbering men by nearly 20,000! This is a powerful statistic. It's time the issues that matter to women—safer streets, better sanitation, childcare facilities—get top priority in the municipal agenda. The women candidates have a big responsibility.
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Karthik V
The focus should remain on local issues like waste management, roads, and parks. Sometimes national party politics overshadows these core municipal functions. Let's hope whoever wins keeps Aizawl's specific needs at the center. All the best to all voters!

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