Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Friday (December 5) announced that his government is close to signing a peace agreement with the Lalhmingthanga Sanate faction of the Hmar People’s Convention (Democratic), a move aimed at restoring stability in Hmar-dominated areas of the state.

Speaking at the general assembly of the Hmar Students’ Association (HSA) during the Sikpui Ruoi festival in Kolasib district, Lalduhoma said the negotiations are ongoing to reintegrate the militant cadres into normal life.

“We are hopeful that we can soon sign an agreement to restore peace in Mizoram, particularly in Hmar-dominated areas,” he said as quoted by news agency PTI.

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The Sanate faction,

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