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11 Jun

New railway line to Aizawl set to boost Northeast connectivity

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a historic milestone for connectivity in Northeast India, the 51.38-km Bairabi–Sairang railway line in Mizoram has been officially commissioned by the Commission of Railway Safety (CRS), marking the state’s full integration into the national railway grid. The announcement was made on June 10 after the final stretch of the line—33.86 km from Hortoki to Sairang—was inspected and declared safe by Sumeet Singhal, Commissioner of Railway Safety (Northeast Frontier Circle). This last segment is notable for its engineering complexity, passing through rugged terrain and featuring 32 tunnels and 35 major bridges. “This railway line is technically safe now. Once the…

09 Jun

CRS begins safety inspection of 51-km stretch on Mizoram’s mega rail project

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) for Northeast Frontier Railways (NFR), Sumeet Singhal, has initiated final safety inspections of the long-awaited Bairabi–Sairang broad gauge railway line, raising expectations for its inauguration by July. The inspection, which began on June 6, covers the remaining 51.38-km stretch from Hortoki to Sairang-Sihhmui, and includes stations at Kawnpui and Mualkhang. This follows the successful certification of the Bairabi–Hortoki section last year. The CRS, operating independently under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, ensures the integrity of safety protocols before the line becomes operational. Trial runs between Hortoki and Sairang-Sihhmui stations have already reached speeds of…

07 Jun

To address monsoon concerns, Mizoram secured three-month rice buffer

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a proactive move to avert potential food grain shortages during the monsoon season, the Mizoram government has ensured a three-month buffer stock of rice across the state. Officials confirmed that the stockpile will be sufficient to meet public demand through the critical rainy months of June, July, and August, despite possible disruptions in transportation and supply chains due to inclement weather. Teresa Vanlalhruaii, Secretary of the Department of Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs, informed the media on Friday that all government storage facilities—spanning both urban and remote districts—have been stocked in advance. The preparation aims to shield residents,…

06 Jun

Mizo CM Lalduhoma visits various flood effected areas

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Wednesday visited disaster-affected areas in Serchhip, Buangpui, Thenzawl, and Neihloh to assess damage caused by heavy rains and landslides. The visit comes amid one of the worst natural calamities the state has seen in recent years. Starting in Serchhip town, the Chief Minister inspected collapsed homes and met affected residents. He later visited Buangpui village, where he interacted with community leaders at the local community hall and assured them of prompt government relief and rehabilitation. Lalduhoma proceeded to Thenzawl and Neihloh, where he surveyed landslide-hit areas and spoke to displaced families. “Helping people in distress…

03 Jun

Mizoram’s Aizawl faces 4th day of school closures amid flood crisis

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Schools in Aizawl remained closed for the fourth straight day on Tuesday as relentless rainfall continued to trigger landslides, floods, and widespread damage across Mizoram. Authorities confirmed five fatalities so far, including three Myanmarese refugees. Aizawl Deputy Commissioner Lalhriatpuia, who also heads the District Disaster Management Authority, issued a fresh advisory suspending student attendance on June 3, citing safety concerns due to ongoing hazards like rockfalls and mudslides. The state capital witnessed heavy downpour again on Tuesday morning, worsening the situation. Schools had earlier remained closed on May 29, 30, and June 2 amid similar alerts. According to the Disaster…

02 Jun

9.72 kg of meth tablets seized in Mizoram in latest DRI narcotics sting

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a major crackdown on narcotics trafficking, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Mizoram, seized methamphetamine tablets valued at ₹9.72 crore and arrested one individual in Aizawl district. The bust occurred on May 30 near Seling, where DRI officials intercepted a vehicle and discovered 10 packets of methamphetamine tablets—totaling 9.72 kg—hidden in a concealed compartment beneath the rear seat. Both the vehicle and the contraband were seized under provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. Preliminary investigations suggest the consignment was smuggled into Mizoram from Myanmar via the Zokhawthar route, highlighting persistent trafficking activity across the porous…

29 May

Union Minister Savitri Thakur begins 3-day Mizoram visit

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Union Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Savitri Thakur, began her three-day visit to Mizoram on Wednesday with a series of inspections at shelter homes and child welfare institutions in Aizawl. Thakur visited key facilities in Durtlang, including Shakti Sadan, Observation Home, Special Home, and Place of Safety, all catering to women in distress and juveniles in conflict with the law. She reviewed services, interacted with staff and beneficiaries, and assessed the impact of welfare schemes implemented under her ministry. Later, the Union Minister held a high-level review meeting with Mizoram’s Social Welfare Minister Lalrinpuii and senior officials…

28 May

NIA nabs trio in Mizoram for supplying arms to Manipur militants

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a supplementary chargesheet against three Mizoram residents—Vanlaldailova, Lalmuanpuia, and Lalrinchhunga alias Albert—for allegedly trafficking illegal arms and explosives to insurgent groups operating in Manipur. The trio was arrested on December 6, 2024, following search operations at their homes, which led to the seizure of a significant cache of arms, ammunition, and explosive materials. The NIA's investigation revealed their active involvement in a broader arms network suspected of fueling ethnic unrest and violence in the region. According to officials, the accused played key roles in aiding militant activities and supplying weapons to groups engaged…

24 May

Meth, heroin, codeine seized in ₹6 crore drug haul across Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a major anti-drug operation across Mizoram, state police have seized contraband items valued at over ₹6 crore in multiple raids conducted over the past five days. At least 10 individuals, including Myanmar nationals, have been arrested during these operations aimed at curbing cross-border drug trafficking. On May 22, a raid by the Special Narcotics Police Station at Selesih on the outskirts of Aizawl led to the arrest of C. Zosangluri and seizure of 597 bottles of codeine. Based on her statement, police later raided a godown in Ramthar Veng and recovered an additional 1,292 bottles, bringing the total haul…

23 May

MZP slams government over proxy teachers, demands accountability

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP), Mizoram’s apex student body, has issued a strong appeal to the state government to take action against teachers in government schools who allegedly hire proxies to perform their teaching duties. The student body has set a deadline of June 13 for the government to respond. Addressing the media on Wednesday, MZP president H. Lalthianghlima said the organization had identified at least 22 teachers across 14 state-run schools in six districts who were employing substitute instructors illegally. “This is a serious issue that undermines the quality of education and violates the trust of students and parents,”…