Zoramthanga

Zankhana Hiteshkumar Patel is an Indian politician from Gujarat affiliated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

She served as a member of the Gujarat Legislative Assembly representing the Choryasi constituency in Surat, first winning a by-election in 2016 and then the general election in 2017 by a large margin. A resident of Surat and a graduate, Patel has been involved in grassroots political engagement and constituency work.

As of 2026, she serves in BJP organisational roles, including as State Vice-President, contributing to party strategy and representation in the state.

By Rashmi | Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 02:50:31 PM [IST]

Zoramthanga Biography

Zankhana Hiteshkumar Patel was born on 8 June 1978 in Surat, Gujarat, and belongs to the Koli community. She completed her education with a degree in Home Science and has been active in public and social work in her home district. Her background includes engagement with local community activities before entering electoral politics.

Patel entered formal electoral politics when she was selected as the BJP candidate for a by-election in the Choryasi Assembly constituency in January 2016, following the passing of her father, late BJP legislator Rajendra Patel. She won that by-election with a substantial vote margin, becoming MLA and gaining recognition for her constituency engagement.

She was re-elected as MLA from Choryasi in the 2017 Gujarat Legislative Assembly election, winning with one of the largest victory margins in the state. As MLA, she focused on local development, public services, and engagement with community stakeholders in her constituency.

After the 2022 Assembly elections, in which she was not fielded as a candidate, Patel continued to remain active in the BJP’s organisational structure. In recent years, she has taken on leadership roles within the Gujarat BJP, including appointment as State Vice-President, contributing to party planning, outreach, and representation efforts.

As of 2026, she continues to work with party members to strengthen political engagement in the state.

Zoramthanga Personal Life

Full Name	Zoramthanga
Date of Birth	13 Jul 1944 (Age 81)
Place of Birth	Champai
Party Name	Mizo National Front
Education	Graduate
Profession	Politician
Father's Name	Darphunga
Mother's Name	Vanhnuaichhingi
Spouse's Name	Roneihsangi
Spouse's Profession	Govt. Servant
Children	1 Son(s) 1 Daughter(s)

Zoramthanga Net Worth

Net Worth

₹2.18 CRORE

ASSETS

₹2.18 CRORE

Liabilities

N/A

Interesting Facts about Zoramthanga

In 1966, Zoramthanga joined the underground movement as the part of Mizo Freedom Movement of the Mizo National Front and moved to the jungle. He served as secretary for Run Bung Area for three years. Later he became secretary of MNF leader Laldenga and moved to East Pakistan (now Bangladesh). He was arrested by Indian army and held at the Assam Rifles Quarter Guard during the insurgency.

Political Timeline of Zoramthanga

2026: Active in the BJP’s state leadership as Vice-President and involved in party affairs and public engagement.
2024: Continued party organisational responsibilities, contributing to outreach and planning.
2023: Appointed State Vice-President of the BJP in Gujarat, strengthening party leadership roles.
2022: Did not contest the Assembly election; remained active within BJP organisational circles.
2019: Served as MLA and engaged in local development initiatives in the Surat region.
2018: MNF fought assembly elections under the leadership of Zoramthanga and again came back to power with 26 seats in hand. Zoramthanga has been elected as the chief minister of Mizoram as a successor to Lal Thanhawla.
2013: He contested from East Tupui but lost against T Sangkunga. His party also failed to win. MNF got just 5 seats.
2008: He contested assembly elections from two Champhai seats and lost from both.
1998: MNF won the assembly elections with a full majority and Zoramthanga became the fifth Chief Minister of Mizoram. He served two terms as CM from 3 December 1998 to 4 December 2003, and from 4 December 2003 to 11 December 2008.
1990: After the demise of Laldenga, he became the President of the Mizo National Front.
1987: Under the leadership of Laldenga, he served as Finance and Education minister.
1986: When Mizoram became the 23rd state of India, Zoramthanga was made a Minister in the interim government.
1979: He became a Vice President of MNF.
1969: He became a Secretary to party president Laldenga. He held this job for seven years.
1966: Zoramthanga joined the Mizo National Front and actively participated in the Mizo Freedom Movement. He held the position of a secretary for Run Bung Area for three years.

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