Hekani Jakhalu

Who Is Hekani Jakhalu? First Woman MLA Of Nagaland

Nagaland for the first time has elected a woman to its Assembly. Hekani Jakhalu of the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) became the first-ever woman MLA of the state. Jakhalu won the Dimapur III seat by 1536 votes and defeated Lok Janshakti Party leader Azheto Zhimomi. This is not only a historic win but also a message it's time for women to lead.