Mizoram's Civil Society Acts on Voter List Integrity Amid Refugee Influx

Mizoram's main civil society group, CYMA, is taking action to ensure that only legitimate residents are included in the state's voter list. This comes amid the presence of over 42,000 refugees from Myanmar, Bangladesh, and Manipur. The CYMA urged its branches to monitor the voter list closely for any discrepancies.

Mizoram's largest civil society organization, the Young Mizo Association (CYMA), is spearheading efforts to maintain the integrity of the state's voter list. With the region hosting over 42,000 refugees due to crises in Myanmar, Bangladesh, and Manipur, the CYMA's initiative is timely and crucial.

The organization has directed its branches throughout the state to prevent any non-residents from gaining entry into the electoral roll. By deploying vigilant measures, the CYMA aims to check and report discrepancies in the voter lists as part of the ongoing special summary revision.

Amidst the influx of asylum seekers following regional unrest and violence, CYMA's efforts underscore the importance of accurate voter registration to ensure fair elections in Mizoram.

(With inputs from agencies.)