Mizoram

25 Jul

Big boost to health services in Aizawl with new trauma unit

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Wednesday inaugurated a state-of-the-art Trauma Care Facility at Civil Hospital, Aizawl, terming it a “major step forward” in strengthening the state’s emergency healthcare system. Funded with ₹121.50 lakh from the Centre and ₹450 lakh from the state, the trauma unit features a triage centre, treatment rooms, X-ray and CT scan units, and a minor OT, along with staff quarters. It is part of a larger plan to enhance emergency response, now bringing the total number of operational trauma care centres in Mizoram to seven. At the event, Lalduhoma announced a hospital expansion with two new…

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22 Jul

‘Mizo DiasporaHub’ goes live to unite Mizos across borders

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a landmark initiative to strengthen ties with Mizo communities worldwide, the Government of Mizoram on Monday launched the Mizo DiasporaHub, a digital platform aimed at fostering global ethnic connectivity. Chief Minister Lalduhoma officially launched the portal, developed in collaboration with local tech firm LushAITech and the Mizo Diaspora Cell under the CMO. The platform seeks to serve as a unified communication and coordination system for Mizo welfare associations and individuals living abroad, particularly in regions affected by migration pressures such as Myanmar and parts of India. “This is not just a symbol of our unity, but a lifeline to…

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21 Jul

Mizoram government starts refugee ID drive

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government is set to begin biometric enrolment of displaced individuals from Myanmar and Bangladesh residing across the state. The enrolment drive, which will also include demographic data collection, is expected to commence by the end of July, officials said.The process will primarily be conducted online through the Foreigners Identification Portal. However, considering the lack of stable internet connectivity in several rural pockets where many of the refugees reside, authorities have kept offline options open as well. The initiative aims to ensure proper identification, monitoring, and delivery of government support to displaced communities who have been living in the…

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19 Jul

Govt Secretary Amit Sharma wants paperless offices in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Government Secretary Amit Sharma conducted a day-long visit to Siaha, focusing on digital governance and economic development through tourism.During his visit, Sharma held a series of in-depth meetings with district officials to assess both infrastructure and administrative performance. He was accompanied by H. Vanhlupuia, Deputy Registrar of the Cooperation Department, Lalengzuala, Informatics Officer (ICT), and Lalmuanawma, Database Administrator at MEeGS. The team met with department heads to discuss achievements, work plans, and ongoing challenges in the southern Mizoram district. Chairing the meeting, Additional Deputy Commissioner Abraham Beirazi Khithie briefed the Secretary on Siaha’s strengths and development hurdles, highlighting its…

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17 Jul

Mountain biking thrill returns to Aizawl streets this November

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram’s capital Aizawl is set to host the second edition of the Red Bull Aizawl Tlang Ruam — Asia’s first urban downhill mountain biking race — this November. The event aims to solidify Mizoram’s reputation as a hub for international sports while drawing global attention to the region’s scenic urban landscapes and vibrant culture. Chaired by Mizoram’s Minister for Sports, Youth Services, and Tourism, Lalnghinglova Hmar, a high-level meeting was held on Tuesday to review progress and finalize the blueprint for the upcoming event. Attendees included departmental officials, local community leaders, and key collaborators from the adventure sports industry. “This…

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16 Jul

Historic rail line opens new chapter for Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram has been officially linked to India’s railway network for the first time with the inauguration of the 51.38-kilometre Bairabi–Sairang rail line, marking a momentous shift in the socio-economic and tourism prospects of this once-remote northeastern state. Commissioned in June 2025, the rail line is being hailed as a landmark infrastructural achievement. Winding through lush green forests, deep valleys, and steep ridges, the line features 48 tunnels and 142 bridges, a feat of modern engineering that highlights the Indian Railways’ commitment to integrating difficult terrain into the national grid. For Mizoram, a landlocked state with rugged topography, the introduction of…

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15 Jul

Retired employees finally get their pensions in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a significant stride toward improving the welfare of retired government employees, the Mizoram government has resolved over 10,000 long-pending pension cases, with a promise to clear an additional 10,000 within the next month, according to Home Minister K Sapdanga. Speaking at a public function on Monday, Sapdanga highlighted the progress made under the Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) government in just a year and a half. “As many as 10,623 pension-related cases, which had remained unresolved for years, have been cleared. Our target is to resolve 10,000 more by next month,” he said, reaffirming the government's commitment to streamlining administrative…

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14 Jul

Biometric data collection for refugees in Mizoram starts this July

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government is set to launch a comprehensive biometric and demographic data collection drive covering more than 35,000 displaced people currently living across the state. The initiative is expected to commence in the last part of July, officials from the state Home Department confirmed on Sunday. The drive will target all Myanmar nationals who have sought refuge in Mizoram, especially those who fled the country following the military crackdown and armed conflict involving Chin armed groups in 2021. Most of the refugees belong to the Chin ethnic community, which shares strong historical and cultural ties with the Mizos. According…

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12 Jul

ZPM and BJP clash over CADC decision

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

A major political standoff is brewing in Mizoram over the recent dissolution of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), as the ruling Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) strongly opposes the imposition of Governor’s Rule, while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has come out in firm support of the decision. On July 10, the ZPM appealed to Governor Vijay Kumar Singh to review his decision to dissolve the council, calling it undemocratic and a violation of established norms. In contrast, the BJP defended the move, citing years of political instability, financial mismanagement, and corruption within the council. The CADC, established in 1972…

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11 Jul

Mizoram faces severe rain damage: roads cut off, homes destroyed

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram is in the grip of one of its most destructive monsoon seasons in recent memory, with 846 landslides reported across the state since May 24, according to a bulletin issued by the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) on Wednesday. The relentless rainfall has caused widespread devastation, damaging infrastructure, severing road networks, and displacing families. Aizawl district, the state capital and most densely populated region, has borne the brunt of the destruction, registering 127 landslides, 22 houses completely destroyed, and 119 road blockages. The unrelenting downpour has rendered large parts of the district unstable, especially in hillside areas already marked…

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