Nagaland: Shurhozelie Liezitsu sworn in as new Chief Minister

Naga People's Front (NPF) president Shurhozelie Liezitsu was sworn in as the new Nagaland Chief Minister, on Wednesday. 

He was administered the oath of office and secrecy by the Governor PB Acharya in Kohima.

Liezitsu succeeded TR Zeliang, who resigned as Chief Minister of Nagaland after widespread protests over reservation to women in local body elections.

Liezitsu was invited by the Governor to form a new government on Monday after he emerged as the unanimous choice for the post and formally staked his claim. 

Meanwhile, Nagaland Tribes Action Committee (NTAC) has called off its statewide bandh following the resignation of Zeliang as the Chief Minister. 

(With ANI inputs)