India, July 8 -- Mizoram home minister K Sapdanga on Tuesday voiced strong opposition to the imposition of governor's rule in the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), calling it a move that breached democratic will of the elected government.

Speaking at a press conference in Aizawl, Sapdanga said, "The governor's decision to place the CADC under governor's rule, delegating its functions to the deputy commissioner of Lawngtlai district, goes against the opinion and wishes of the council of ministers."

Governor V K Singh imposed governor's rule in CADC on Monday, citing ongoing political instability and frequent leadership changes within the council. A notification issued by the Department of District Council and Minority Affairs sa...