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North-East political parties to form a new forum

February 22, 2011 05:57 pm | Updated 05:57 pm IST - Aizawl

A file picture of former Mizoram Chief Minister and MNF president Zoramthanga. Photo: Ritu Raj Konwar

Regional political parties from the north-east have agreed to form North East Democratic Forum (NEDF), Mizo National Front (MNF) president Zoramthanga said here today.

Speaking at a party meeting, Mr. Zoramthanga said that the NEDF was formed with objectives to unitedly put pressure on the corridors of power in Delhi.

“Around 30 leaders of the regional parties from the north-eastern region formed the forum on Sunday last at the residence of former Lok Sabha Speaker P A Sangma,” he said adding that the formation of the forum was mooted in a meeting between himself, Mr. Sangma and Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphu Rio.

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Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Chamling also joined the three leaders in forming the forum along with other regional parties in all the States.

The official launch would be held on March 18 in Guwahati.

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