Senior Mizoram Congress leader C Ngunlianchunga on August 28 alleged that the ruling Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) and opposition Mizo National Front (MNF) are competing to become partners of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Speaking at a Congress political session, the lone Congress legislator questioned which party Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah might ultimately choose.
He also criticised the ZPM government over taxation, electricity bills, rice prices and healthcare policy. Ngunlianchunga further targeted the MNF over its political performance and leadership. He expressed confidence that Congress could return to power in Mizoram in the 2028 Assembly elections.
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Key Facts
- Location: Mizoram
- Date: August 28
- Congress leader: C Ngunlianchunga
- Ruling party: Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM)
- Opposition party: Mizo National Front (MNF)
- Alliance mentioned: BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA)
- Key election: 2028 Mizoram Assembly polls
- Main issues raised: Taxes, electricity bills, rice prices and healthcare
Congress Targets ZPM and MNF
Senior Mizoram Congress leader C Ngunlianchunga has targeted both the ruling ZPM and opposition MNF over their political positions.
Speaking at a Congress political session on August 28, Ngunlianchunga alleged that both parties were competing to become partners of the BJP-led NDA.
He questioned which party the BJP leadership would eventually choose. He specifically referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah while making the allegation.
Attack on ZPM Government
Ngunlianchunga also criticised the ZPM government over what he described as a gap between its election promises and its actions.
He alleged that some government measures have increased the financial burden on ordinary people.
The Congress leader questioned the government’s approach to taxation, electricity billing and rice prices. He also raised concerns about the implementation of the Mizoram Universal Health Care Scheme (MUHCS).
Questions Over Health Scheme
Ngunlianchunga questioned why private hospitals in Aizawl had not received empanelment under MUHCS.
He compared the situation with hospitals in Delhi and Kolkata. According to him, hospitals in those cities have been included under the scheme despite higher treatment costs.
The Congress leader used the issue to question the government’s healthcare policy and its implementation in Mizoram.
MNF Also Faces Congress Criticism
Ngunlianchunga also targeted the MNF. He said the party’s political strength had declined despite having 10 MLAs.
He attributed what he described as a lack of political enthusiasm to problems within the party’s leadership.
The Congress leader also claimed that the ZPM was presenting an image of unity despite internal differences.
He suggested that developments within both parties could influence the political contest ahead of the 2028 Assembly elections.
Congress Confident of Comeback
Despite Congress’s current political position, Ngunlianchunga expressed confidence in the party’s future.
He said he firmly believed that Congress could return to power in Mizoram. He also expressed his faith that the party would receive divine support to govern the state again.
The remarks come as political parties in Mizoram begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2028 Assembly elections.
What did C Ngunlianchunga allege?
He alleged that the ZPM and MNF are competing to become partners of the BJP-led NDA.
What issues did he raise against the ZPM government?
He questioned taxation, electricity billing, rice prices and the implementation of the Mizoram Universal Health Care Scheme.
What did he say about private hospitals in Aizawl?
He questioned why private hospitals in Aizawl had not been empanelled under MUHCS while hospitals in cities such as Delhi and Kolkata had received inclusion.
What did Congress say about the MNF?
Ngunlianchunga claimed that the MNF’s political strength had declined despite having 10 MLAs. He also raised concerns about the party’s leadership.
What did he predict for the 2028 elections?
Ngunlianchunga expressed confidence that Congress could make a political comeback and return to power in Mizoram.
Location Context
Mizoram is a key state in Northeast India with a distinct political landscape and strong regional parties. Developments involving the ZPM, MNF and Congress could shape the state’s political contest ahead of the 2028 Assembly elections.
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