Aizawl, Oct 14 (PTI) Mizoram Merchant Association (MIMA), an umbrella body of traders in the state, has urged the state government to close the ongoing trade Expo at Lammual in Aizawl after 36 participants from different states were found without Inner Line Permit (ILP).
Non-state residents, particularly non-tribal people, are required to obtain an ILP to enter Mizoram. ILP is an official travel document issued to Indian citizens for entry into protected areas, including Mizoram.
The merchant association also accused the organiser of violating the Central Consumer Protection Act 2019 by naming the event as "First International Star Expo." MIMA president PC Laldinthara told PTI that the organisation submitted a similar petition to Aizawl Deputy Commissioner and Superintendent of Police (S