STATE ELECTION COMMISSION, MIZORAM

 

 

- Smt. L. Tochhong, State Election Commissioner

 

The State Election Commission (SEC), Mizoram is a Constitutional body constituted under Article 243K & 243ZA of the Constitution of India, which was inaugurated on 3rd October, 2008. The State Election Commission is a single member Commission headed by the State Election Commissioner and is responsible for conducting and supervising free and fair elections to the Local Bodies viz, Aizawl Municipal Council, Village Councils and Local Councils as well as Autonomous District Councils in the State. As it celebrates its 5th Anniversary, the State Election Commission has stood the test of time during the various elections to strengthen the elements of objectivity and transparency in electoral process.

 

During the last 5 (five) years, the State Election Commission has conducted 6(six) General Elections and By-elections to 17 Village Councils, thus, facilitating peaceful, orderly and democratic transfer of power that has earned wide appreciation. In other words, the Commission has remained dynamic and responsive to the stake-holders expectations thereby introducing various electoral reforms and fine-tuned electoral management.

 

At its 5th Anniversary, the Commission re-dedicates itself with humility, resolution and commitment in order to ensure free, fair and impartial elections as well as stability to our democratic institutions.

 

 

Issued by - State Election Commission, Mizoram