Aizwal, Feb 1: Mizoram has disapproved the Centre’s move to implement Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the country.

During a meeting, Mizoram CM Zoramthanga agreed that steps would be taken to pass resolution opposing the UCC during the coming budget session, which commences on February 7.

The meeting has chosen MLA H. Biakzauva as a contender for Assembly Deputy Speaker.

The meeting said that monetary assistance of Rs. 25,000 each has been provided to 60,000 families under the state’s flagship programme Socio-Economic Development Policy (SEDP) as the first instalment.

The SEDP is the flagship programme of the ruling MNF, which aims at bringing sustainable development by accelerating progress in key sectors through exploration and judicious use of resources and maintaining equality and equity among the citizens.