Kali Kumar Tongchangya Elected Unopposed as CADC Chairman in Mizoram

In a significant political event, Kali Kumar Tongchangya of the Zoram People's Movement has been elected unopposed as the Chairman of the Chakma Autonomous District Council in Mizoram. His election follows the resignation of the former Chairman and comes amidst a backdrop of political instability in the region. With no other candidates contesting, Tongchangya's election was confirmed in a special session led by the Deputy Chairman. This development is part of a broader political alliance between the ZPM and the BJP, aiming to stabilize governance in the CADC after a year under Governor's Rule. Read on to learn more about this pivotal moment in Mizoram's political landscape.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 17, 2026, 10:09 IST

Kali Kumar Tongchangya Takes Charge as CADC Chairman

ZPM leader Kali Kumar Tongchangya. (Photo: 'X'/@CADCMizoram)

Aizawl, July 17: Kali Kumar Tongchangya, a prominent leader of the Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM), has been elected unopposed as the Chairman of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) in Mizoram, according to official reports.

Tongchangya, who serves as the Member of District Council (MDC) for the Fultuli constituency, was declared the winner by Deputy Chairman Sundor Muni Chakma during a special session convened for the election. This election was called following the resignation of the previous Chairman, Lakkhan Chakma.

Nominations were submitted on July 15, and Tongchangya was the sole candidate to file his papers, leading to his unopposed election.

Nirupam Chakma, the Chief Executive Member and Leader of the House, extended his congratulations to the newly elected Chairman, highlighting his extensive experience and thorough understanding of the Council's operations.

Notably, the CADC had been under Governor’s Rule for a year, from July 7, 2025, to July 7, 2026, due to ongoing political turmoil marked by frequent leadership changes.

Recently, the ZPM, which currently governs the state, formed a political alliance with the BJP on June 23, establishing the Chakma Democratic Alliance Legislature Party, led by senior BJP figure Nirupam Chakma. This coalition has since claimed the right to form the executive body within the CADC.