465/2025-2026

Dated Aizawl, the 25th January, 2026: Mizoram today observed the 16th National Voters’ Day (NVD) along with the rest of the country. The main state-level function was held at the SP Conference Hall, Aizawl, while similar programmes were conducted across various districts of the State. The theme for National Voters’ Day 2026 was 'My India, My Vote.'

National Voters’ Day has been observed since 25 January 2011 to commemorate the foundation day of the Election Commission of India (25 January 1950), with the objective of encouraging greater participation of young voters in the democratic process.

Addressing the gathering, Dr. Lalrozama, Chief Electoral Officer, Mizoram, paid tribute to National Voters’ Day and urged newly enrolled voters to exercise their franchise responsibly. He emphasized that democracy and elections derive their strength from the people, and highlighted the importance of a robust electoral machinery in a diverse democracy like India. He stressed that elections must be free, fair, transparent, inclusive, and earn public trust. He further informed that continuous efforts are being made to maintain a clean and accurate electoral roll, and that Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are currently undertaking mapping work, with about 87% completion achieved.

The programme was attended by Electoral Registration Officers (EROs), Assistant EROs, Booth Level Officers (BLOs), newly enrolled voters, and representatives of NGOs, churches, political parties, and the media.

The programme was chaired by Er. Lalhriatpuia, District Election Officer, Aizawl District, who highlighted the significance of National Voters’ Day in creating awareness among citizens, particularly those who have attained the age of 18, to actively participate in the democratic process by electing capable leaders. He also presented the following details related to Aizawl District:

* Number of MLA constituencies: 12

* Number of Electoral Registration Officers (EROs): 12

* Number of Assistant EROs: 6

* Number of Polling Stations: 324

* Number of Booth Level Officers (BLOs): 324

* Total number of voters: 292,785

* Number of male voters: 136,713

* Number of female voters: 156,072

* From the last electoral roll revision (January 2025) to date, 1,219 new voters have been added.

The National Voters’ Day Pledge was administered by Pu Samuel Zodinsanga, Election Officer, Aizawl District, wherein participants pledged to uphold democratic traditions and the dignity of free, fair, and peaceful elections, and to cast their votes without fear, inducement, or bias.

During the event, the Chief Electoral Officer, Mizoram, distributed EPIC cards to 11 new voters. The Best Election District Awards for National Voters’ Day 2026 were also presented to the following districts:

* Effective Use of Technology in Elections – Champhai

(QR code scanners were used to record polling party training attendance; QR codes were affixed to election vehicles to prevent misuse of 'Election on Duty' stickers.)

* Election Management and Logistics – Aizawl

(Despite having the highest population in Mizoram, polling stations and polling parties were efficiently managed, and elections were conducted successfully.)

* Innovative Voter Awareness Initiatives – Mamit

('Kalchilh Campaign' was conducted to raise voter awareness among daily wage earners at public places.)

* Training and Capacity Building – Aizawl

* Model Code of Conduct Implementation and Enforcement – Mamit

(MCC violations were monitored and acted upon impartially and strictly, thereby qualifying the district for a National Level Award.)

Pi F. Lalnisai, Assistant CEO, Mizoram, informed that these awards were based on themes prescribed by the Election Commission of India for the National Voters’ Day 2026 Best Election District Award Competition. Nominations received from various District Election Offices were evaluated by a committee chaired by the Chief Electoral Officer, following which the award-winning districts were selected.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Pu James Miahlung, Deputy Chief Electoral Officer, Mizoram.