Mizoram Assembly condoles death of ex-MLAs

Aizawl: Mizoram Assembly, in its first day of the two-day winter session on Tuesday, condoled the deaths of C Pahlira and F Lalramliana, both former legislators who died in July 30 and November 3 respectively.

One-minute silence was observed in the House to pay respect to the departed leaders after obituary references were made by chief minister Lal Thanhawla and four other members.

Pahlira, during serving in the erstwhile Mizo District Council in a number of positions was well-known for construction of a number of roads in Aizawl and other big towns despite strong opposition from the land owners.

Lalramliana was a well-known politician and social worker in Lai Autonomous District Council and in the state.