Aizawl, June 8 -- The opposition Mizo National Front (MNF) on Monday announced lawyer and writer Zothansangi Hmar as its official candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha election, making her the first woman ever to be nominated from Mizoram for Parliament.
The announcement was made at the party headquarters, Mizo Hnam Run, by MNF Senior Vice-President R. Lalthangliana.
Zothansangi filed her nomination papers before Assembly Commissioner Zothansanga Ralte on the last day for filing nominations.
The nomination was proposed by four MLAs and accompanied by party leaders and legislators.
Describing the candidate as an energetic young professional with notable academic credentials, Lalthangliana said the nomination reflected the party's commit...