ZPM confident of clean sweep in Aizawl Municipal Corporation polls

way2barak, April 14: Zoram People’s Movement leader and Education Minister Vanlalthlana on Monday expressed confidence that the ruling party would secure a landslide victory in the upcoming Aizawl Municipal Corporation (AMC) elections, citing growing public support and dissatisfaction with previous governance.

Addressing a function at the party office, Vanlalthlana said the ZPM is aiming to replicate its performance in the Lunglei Municipal Council (LMC) elections by winning all seats in the AMC.

He attributed the party’s optimism to increasing support from politically neutral voters, who, he said, are drawn to the government’s “Kalphungthar” or new system of governance and its developmental initiatives.

“We are seeing support from people who are not politically aligned but are keen on progress. Many are backing the ZPM after witnessing the changes brought by the Kalphungthar government,” he said, adding that the party could potentially win all seats, as it did in Lunglei.

The Minister also expressed gratitude to churches and the public for their continued guidance and support.

Launching an attack on the opposition Mizo National Front, Vanlalthlana alleged that the previous regime was marked by “poor-quality” projects. He cited delays in the commissioning of the Solid Waste Management Centre and incinerator, substandard school infrastructure, and inadequate public facilities.

“It is strange to see them projecting themselves as champions of public welfare ahead of elections, despite failing to deliver basic services during their tenure,” he said.

He further challenged the MNF to undertake a joint inspection of schools to compare the quality of infrastructure developed under the two administrations.

Vanlalthlana also criticised rival parties for what he described as outdated and aggressive campaign strategies, asserting that the ZPM’s grassroots approach was more focused on development.

He added that continued criticism from the Congress had, in fact, energised the party and strengthened its resolve to push forward its agenda.

Polling for the 19-member AMC is scheduled for April 21, with counting to take place on April 27