Mizoram

14 May

Mizoram Governor Graces First Convocation Ceremony of SDGI Global University

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Mizoram Governor General Vijay Kumar Singh (Retd) graced the first convocation of SDGI Global University, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, as Chief Guest. Prof. K.K. Aggarwal, President of South Asian University, attended the event as Guest of Honour. In his convocation address, the Mizoram Governor congratulated SDGI Global University on successfully organizing its inaugural convocation, describing it as a historic and noteworthy milestone. He urged the university not only to sustain its momentum but to continue progressing with greater excellence. He encouraged the graduating students, noting that having built a strong foundation, they should face the future with confidence wherever they go.…

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14 May

Ginger Highlighted as Mizoram’s Key USP by DoNER Ministry

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Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma has stated that the Ministry of DoNER had recognized Mizoram ginger as a Unique Selling Proposition (USP) of the state. In recognition of this distinction, the Ministry has approved the Rs.189.78 crore project for sustainable cultivation and value chain development, he informed. The Chief Minister further highlighted that ginger has been cultivated by the Mizos since ancient times and continues to be one of the most widely grown cash crops in the state. Mizoram ginger is known for its superior quality, distinctive aroma, medicinal value, low fibre content, and rich oleoresin and essential oil content. Among…

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13 May

Mizoram CM Highlights Refugee Challenges, Seeks Regional Cooperation in Northeast

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Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma  said Assam continues to share a close and historic relationship with Mizoram and described the neighbouring state as a “big brother” while attending the swearing-in ceremony of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in Guwahati. Speaking to reporters after attending the event, Lalduhoma said he had come to Assam on a personal invitation from Himanta Biswa Sarma and stressed the importance of maintaining strong ties between the two neighbouring states. “Mizoram has been a part of undivided Assam for a long time until it became a Union Territory in 1972 and Assam is like a big…

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13 May

NGOs and Community Leaders Raise Welfare Issues at Mamit Meeting with Union Minister

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Union Minister of Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal interacted with representatives of several non-governmental organisations and community leaders in Mizoram’s Mamit district and assured support from the Central Government for the welfare and development of the people. The interaction programme was held at the Tourist Lodge in Mamit where leaders of major civil society organisations took part in discussions with the Union Minister. Representatives from organisations including MHIP, YMA, MUP, Village Council (VC) and MZP attended the meeting and placed before the Minister various issues concerning the district and its residents. During the interaction, the NGO representatives and community…

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09 May

Mizoram Showcases Digital Push as Cooperative Sector Workshop Wraps Up in Aizawl

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A two-day workshop titled “Sahkar Se Samriddhi” focusing on strengthening cooperative societies in Northeast India concluded in Aizawl on Wednesday. The programme was held at the Conference Hall of the Assembly House and was jointly organised by the Ministry of Cooperation, National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development and the Cooperation Department of the Mizoram government. The workshop was attended by Cooperation Secretaries and Registrars of Cooperative Societies from different northeastern states. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Ashish Kumar Bhutani, Secretary of the Ministry of Cooperation, said it is important to understand the unique challenges faced by the northeastern region while…

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08 May

Swearing-In Ceremony Held for New AMC Corporators; Mayor, Deputy Mayor Elected

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The swearing-in ceremony of the 19 newly elected corporators of the Aizawl Municipal Corporation (AMC) was held on Thursday at the Board of Corporators (BOC) Meeting Hall, AMC Office, Thuampui. The Mayor and Deputy Mayor were also elected during the function. The function was chaired by Municipal Commissioner Joseph H. Lalramsanga. After the names of the newly elected corporators were read out, Aizawl District Magistrate Lalhriatpuia, administered the oath of allegiance to the Constitution of India to the 19 newly elected AMC corporators. Following the swearing-in ceremony, the election of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor was conducted in accordance with…

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07 May

Centre Focuses on Community-Led Rural Water Management Model

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The Centre has signed separate reform-linked agreements with Mizoram and Ladakh under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0, shifting the focus of rural drinking water programmes from infrastructure creation to long-term service delivery and community-led management. According to the Ministry of Jal Shakti, the memoranda of understanding (MoUs) establish a service-based framework for transparent rural water governance, with gram panchayats playing a key role in the operation and maintenance of drinking water assets. The agreements were signed virtually in the presence of CR Patil and Minister of State V Somanna. Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma and Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena also…

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07 May

Centre Assures Support for Mizoram’s Sports Expansion Plans

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram has stepped up efforts to strengthen its sports ecosystem, with Sports Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar meeting Hari Ranjan Rao in New Delhi to seek a dedicated men’s hockey academy and additional Sports Authority of India (SAI) training centres in the state. According to an official statement issued on May 6, the discussions were held under the “Empowering Mizoram Sports” programme and focused on expanding sports infrastructure while reviving hockey in the northeastern state. Hmar highlighted Mizoram’s strong sporting culture and said hockey, despite its recent decline in the state, remains one of India’s strongest medal prospects at the international level.…

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07 May

MoU Signed Between Mizoram Govt and Jal Shakti Ministry for JJM 2.0 Rollout

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The Mizoram Government and the Union Ministry of Jal Shakti have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in New Delhi on Wednesday for the implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0. Union Minister for Jal Shakti, C. R. Paatil, joined the programme virtually from his office. Chief Minister of Mizoram Lalduhoma, along with Prof. Lalnilawma, Minister, PHE, Mizoram and officials from the Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department, participated online from Aizawl. On behalf of the Government of Mizoram, the MoU was signed by Zodingpuii, Secretary to the Government of Mizoram, while Swati Meena Naik, Joint Secretary, signed on behalf of…

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04 May

Union Minister Bats for Boosting Sericulture Development in Mizoram

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The Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh has said that Mizoram holds significant potential in sericulture and fiber-based industries. Singh, who is on a two-day visit to the state, stated that the introduction of small, community-level machinery is crucial for efficient fiber extraction and cocoon processing. He underlined that decentralized infrastructure would not only enhance production but also empower rural communities by creating sustainable livelihood opportunities.  He was addressing a meeting at Lok Bhavan in Aizawl, which was attended by Sericulture Minister Lalthansanga, along with officials from the Sericulture Department, Cooperation Department, Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Department, Eastern Zone Weavers’ Service…

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