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07 Feb

Awareness Drive on HIV/AIDS Conducted in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The North-East Multimedia Campaign, known as Red Fest, was organized collaboratively by the Mizoram State AIDS Control Society (MSACS) and the National AIDS Control Organization (NACO) at LPS Arena, Falkland. The event took place on a Friday and was attended by key dignitaries, including Minister for Health and Family Welfare Lalrinpuii, who served as the chief guest. In her address, Minister Lalrinpuii underscored the campaign's vital role in raising awareness about HIV/AIDS in the region, with a particular focus on educating young people, promoting healthy lifestyles, and reducing stigma associated with the illness. The Minister highlighted the alarming HIV prevalence…

06 Feb

Meeting Focuses on Streamlining Govt Schemes for Greater Public Benefit

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

A district-level convergence meeting was held in Serchhip to discuss better coordination among government departments so that various central and state government schemes can be implemented more effectively and deliver greater benefits to the public. The meeting was chaired by Serchhip Deputy Commissioner Paul L. Khuma, who stressed the importance of joint efforts among departments to ensure that ongoing government programmes reach people in a more meaningful and useful manner. He said that proper coordination among departments is necessary so that schemes are implemented in a planned way and people are able to make full use of the benefits provided…

06 Feb

Chief Secretary Urges Focus on Child Aadhaar Enrollment and Digitisation

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The State-Level Unique Identification Implementation Committee (UIDIC) meeting for the year 2026 was held in Aizawl on Wednesday under the chairmanship of Mizoram Chief Secretary Khilli Ram Meena. The meeting reviewed the overall progress of Aadhaar enrolment and the use of Aadhaar-based services in the state and discussed steps to improve coverage in the coming months. Senior officials from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) Regional Office, Guwahati, including Deputy Director General Ngachan Zimik and Director Colonel Abhishek Koushik, attended the meeting along with senior officers of the Mizoram government. Among those present were Principal Secretary (GAD) Sudhir Kumar,…

06 Feb

Centre to Open New Aadhaar Seva Kendra in Aizawl for Faster Enrolment

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

A new Aadhaar Seva Kendra is set to open in Aizawl by March 31, 2026, to boost enrollment in Mizoram. During a UIDIC meeting, Deputy Director General Ngachan Zimik detailed the enrollment progress, highlighting trends and the need for focused efforts, especially for children aged 0-5 through Birth Registration Based Aadhaar Enrolment (BRBAE). The Chief Secretary, Khilli Ram Meena, directed heightened use of enrollment kits and emphasized improving enrollment in low-saturation districts like Hnahthial and Lawngtlai. Coordinated efforts among the government departments and the UIDAI are essential for success.

05 Feb

Strong Showing by Mizoram at NE Ju-Jitsu Championship with Nine Medals

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram excelled at the 1st North-East Ju-Jitsu Championship in Guwahati, winning nine medals—six gold and three bronze—with a six-member team supported by the Ju-Jitsu Association of Mizoram. Athletes showcased skills in Ne-Waza, Contact Fighting, and the Fighting System, marking the state as one of the most successful at the event. The championship underscored the rising popularity of Ju-Jitsu in the North-East region, bolstered by local trainers and the sport's recognition by national sporting bodies and inclusion in the Asian Games.

05 Feb

Aizawl Hosts Bharat Rang Mahotsav

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The theatre-based cultural presentation ‘25th Bharat Rang Mahotsav 2026’ was held at Vanapa Hall, Aizawl, on Wednesday. It was jointly organised by the National School of Drama, New Delhi and the Art & Culture Department, Government of Mizoram. Carol V.L.M.S. Dawngkimi, Director, Art & Culture Department, attended the programme as the Chief Guest. Dawngkimi welcomed the gathering and expressed her appreciation for the good collaboration with the National School of Drama (NSD). She stated that the Art & Culture Department, Mizoram intends to continue strengthening training programmes in Drama, Folk Arts, and Music under the Institute of Music & Fine…

04 Feb

Healthcare Focus as Knowledge Health Conclave Starts in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma inaugurated the two-day Knowledge Exchange Health Conclave at Falkland Park, Aizawl, organized under the Mizoram Health Systems Strengthening Project (MHSSP). He emphasized the government's commitment to public health as crucial for the state's development, highlighting the Mizoram Universal Health Care Scheme (MUHCS), which offers cashless treatment at empanelled hospitals. The Chief Minister noted significant upgrades to health infrastructure, including district hospitals and health centers, supported by the World Bank and Central Government. He expressed optimism that the conclave would foster collaboration among health experts across India to enhance strategies in healthcare. Health Minister Lalrinpuii elaborated on…

03 Feb

Mizoram Govt Decides to Scrap 80 Incomplete Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana Projects

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government has made the decision to abandon 80 incomplete projects under the Sansad Adharsh Gram Yojana (SAGY), a village development initiative that was launched by the Government of India in October 2014. The decision was reached during a meeting of the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC), chaired by Khilli Ram Meena, the Chief Secretary, in Aizawl. SAGY aims for each Member of Parliament (MP) to enhance physical and institutional infrastructure in selected villages, initially requiring each MP to adopt a Gram Panchayat (Village) and develop it into a model village by 2016. As the program evolved, MPs were…

02 Feb

Push for Domestic Gas Pipeline Connectivity in Aizawl: Chief Minister

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma announced ongoing efforts to establish domestic gas pipeline connections in Aizawl during the launch of the Oil and Gas Conservation Awareness Campaign, Saksham 2025–26, organized by Indian Oil Corporation Limited. The pipeline construction is reportedly progressing from Tripura. Emphasizing government initiatives for the oil and gas sector, Lalduhoma highlighted enhanced exploration activities and the drive to utilize the state's green energy potential in support of sustainable development. B. Lalchhanzova, the Minister of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, also stressed the government’s efforts to ensure an uninterrupted gas supply, noting upgrades at the Mualkhang Gas Bottling…

30 Jan

Boost to Arecanut Farmers as Processing Unit Opens in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma inaugurated an Arecanut Processing Unit by SSB Agro in Buhchangphai. The event was attended by Agriculture Minister P.C. Vanlalruata and other officials. The Chief Minister noted that Mizoram has approximately 30,000 hectares of arecanut cultivation, predicting a production of about 2 lakh quintals for 2024-25. He emphasized the need for improved plantation management due to losses from water stress and nutrient deficiency. The government is actively combating illegal trade and expects new processing units to enhance farmer market outcomes. P.C. Vanlalruata highlighted the importance of processing for stable markets and announced similar initiatives for other crops…