Aizawl, July 8 -- Mizoram Governor Vijay Kumar Singh on Monday imposed Governor's rule in the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) following constant political instability that has rocked the 20-member council in south Mizoram's Lawngtlai district.

The Governor's rule will last for six months.

State District Council and Minority Affairs Secretary Lalmalsawma Pachuau issued a notification stating that the Governor firmly believes constant political instability severely harms the CADC and contradicts the intent of the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, which envisions effective administration of tribal areas for the welfare of the people.

The notification further stated that council members removed former Chief Executive Member (CE...