The President noted that all
political stake-holders as well
as civil society groups including
the church and church-affiliated
groups, women’s
groups and other non-governmental
organisations have got together to create an atmosphere
for peace and development
in Mizoram.
The Accord and its legacy
represent one of the greatest
successes in India’s long history.
One must recall the enlightened
and far-sighted leadership
of Pu Laldenga as well
as the efforts and generosity
of Pu Lal Thanhawla, who is of
course the Chief Minister today
as well, he said.
The President added that he
would also like to mention another
stalwart of Mizoram, former chief minister Brigadier
T Sailo.
Mizoram and India owe
these nation builders so
much, he said. The President
said that Mizoram stands out
for its very mature and dignified
political culture. The Assembly of Mizoram is the true
embodiment of Mizoram’s political
culture as well as of the
will and aspirations of the people
of the State. He congratulated
the Assembly of Mizoram
over the fact that in its
45-year history, it has established
a reputation for smooth
conduct of business.
He stated that the behaviour
and participation of its members
has conformed to the highest
standards. This Assembly
is a role model for our democracy
and for how a legislative
House should function.
The President appreciated
that the sense of honour and
dignity that one sees in public
life in Mizoram is heart-warming.
It is also typical of this
State’s rich society.
After addressing the special
Assembly, the President left
for Nagaland. -Assam Tribune
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