The race for Mizoram’s lone Rajya Sabha seat has narrowed to two candidates after the nomination withdrawal deadline ended on Thursday. The ruling Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) has fielded its spokesperson K. Laltluangkima, while the opposition Mizo National Front (MNF) has nominated advocate and writer Zothansangi Hmar.
Both candidates successfully cleared the scrutiny process and remain in the contest. Meanwhile, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress have decided not to field candidates. Polling is scheduled for June 18, and officials will announce the result later the same day.
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Key Facts
- State: Mizoram
- Seat: One Rajya Sabha seat
- ZPM Candidate: K. Laltluangkima
- MNF Candidate: Zothansangi Hmar
- Polling Date: June 18, 2026
- Polling Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Assembly Strength: 40 members
- ZPM MLAs: 27
- MNF MLAs: 10
- BJP MLAs: 2
- Congress MLAs: 1
Two Candidates Remain in Contest
The contest for Mizoram’s only Rajya Sabha seat will now be a direct fight between the ruling ZPM and the opposition MNF. Both K. Laltluangkima and Zothansangi Hmar remained in the race after the deadline for withdrawal of nominations expired on Thursday.
Earlier, election authorities scrutinized the nomination papers and found both candidates eligible to contest the election.
ZPM Holds Numerical Advantage
The ruling ZPM currently enjoys a strong majority in the 40-member Mizoram Legislative Assembly with 27 legislators. Therefore, the party enters the Rajya Sabha election with a significant advantage.
In contrast, the opposition MNF holds 10 seats. However, the party has fielded Zothansangi Hmar and hopes to put up a competitive challenge.
BJP and Congress Stay Out of Contest
The BJP, which has two MLAs in the assembly, has decided not to contest the Rajya Sabha election. Similarly, the Congress, which holds one seat, has also stayed away from the race.
As a result, the election has become a straight contest between the state’s ruling party and the principal opposition.
Voting Scheduled for June 18
Election officials will conduct polling for the Rajya Sabha seat on June 18 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
After the voting process concludes, officials are expected to count the votes and declare the result on the same day.
Question & Answer
What is the election about?
Mizoram is electing one representative to the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of Parliament.
Who are the candidates?
ZPM has nominated K. Laltluangkima, while MNF has fielded Zothansangi Hmar.
When will the voting take place?
Polling is scheduled for June 18 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Which party has the majority in the assembly?
The Zoram People’s Movement holds 27 seats in the 40-member assembly.
Will BJP and Congress contest the election?
No. Both parties have decided not to field candidates.
Location Context
Mizoram is one of the key states in Northeast India and plays an important role in the region’s political landscape. Consequently, the outcome of the Rajya Sabha election will influence the state’s representation in Parliament and contribute to the broader political dynamics of the Northeast.
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