Indian National Congress - Mizoram

Remembering Pu Ronald Sapa Tlau, whose dedication to public service and unwavering commitment to the people of Mizoram will always be remembered with immense respect and gratitude.

PRESS STATEMENT
Shri Zodintluanga Ralte,
• Former cabinet minister of Mizoram,
• National Executive Member,
All India Adivasi Congress Committee (AIACC)
• Adviser, Mizoram PCC
Date: April 25, 2026

Condemnation of the NDA government’s deceptive delimitation tactics under the guise of Women’s Reservation

The Narendra Modi-led NDA Government is once again engaging in a masterclass of political deception. By linking the long-overdue implementation of Women’s Reservation to delimitation exercise, this government has revealed its true colours: it is using the aspirations of India’s women as a tactical shield for a sinister agenda.

This is not about women’s empowerment; it is a calculated attempt at political gerrymandering. The BJP is attempting to redraw the political map of India to suit its own electoral arithmetic, potentially disenfranchising millions and tilting the scales permanently in its favour. To hold women’s rights hostage to a future delimitation process is a blatant betrayal of the mandate of the people.

I stand firmly with Shri Rahul Gandhi and the All India Congress Committee (AICC) in calling out this "pretext tactic." If the Prime Minister were sincere about women’s representation, the reservation would be implemented way back, without the unnecessary hurdles of census and delimitation.

The All India Congress Committee remains unwavering in its commitment to the women, Adivasis, and backward classes of this nation.

True justice is impossible without a sub-quota for OBC, SC, and ST women. As Shri Rahul Gandhi has rightly pointed out, without a Caste Census and inclusion of the backward classes, this bill remains a hollow shell that ignores the majority of India’s daughters.

The BJP’s attempt to weaponise constitutional processes for partisan gain is an affront to our democracy. We will not allow the voices of the marginalised and the backward classes to be silenced by the political machinations of the RSS-BJP combine.

The Congress party fought for the rights of the underprivileged long before this government came to power, and we will continue to be the vanguard for those whom the Modi government seeks to exclude from the halls of power.


(ZODINTLUANGA RALTE)

About Zodintluanga Ralte:
Zodintluanga Ralte was born on 31 July 1962 in Lunglei, Mizoram, into the family of Rothangpuia, one of the state’s most successful businessmen. From his early years, he grew up with strong community values, which later shaped his journey into public life. He eventually settled in Leitan, Aizawl, where he built both his personal and political career, alongside his wife, Lalrengpuii. Together, they were blessed with three daughters and one son.

Ralte’s political journey began with active involvement in the Mizoram Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC). Over the years, he steadily rose through the ranks, serving as Executive Member, General Secretary, and later as President of the Mizoram Youth Congress. His dedication and leadership earned him the position of Treasurer of the MPCC, as well as an elected member of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) in 2002.

In 2003, he was elected as the MLA from Buarpui constituency, before 2008 state assembly election, the AC was renamed Thorang AC, he was elected for another three consecutive terms until 2023 . During this period, he also served as the Leader of the Congress Legislature Party in the Mizoram Legislative Assembly. Between 2008 and 2018, under the Congress government, he took on the responsibilities of a Cabinet Minister, contributing significantly to the state’s governance. He was appointed national executive member of All India Adivasi Congress Committee in 2024.

One of his most notable contributions was in the development of sports infrastructure in Mizoram. He played a key role in introducing astro turf facilities at Lammual and Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Aizawl, while also extending similar developments to other districts such as Lunglei, Kolasib, and Champhai. His efforts helped modernize sports facilities and encouraged youth participation across the state.

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