Mizoram

28 Apr

Mizoram Governor Urges Action for Revival of Chite Lui River

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Mizoram Governor General Vijay Kumar Singh has called for sustained, coordinated efforts to restore the Chite Lui river, as he reviewed the progress of the Save Chite Lui Action Plan and discussed the road map for its second phase at Lok Bhavan in Aizawl. Chairing a meeting with the Save Chite Lui Coordination Committee and officials of the Public Works Department (PWD), the Governor, who is also the patron of the committee, was briefed in detail on Phase II of the initiative aimed at conserving and rejuvenating the river, which has long been under environmental stress. Emphasizing the urgency of…

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22 Apr

High Voter Turnout in Aizawl Civic Polls as ZPM, MNF Battle for Control of Municipal Corporation

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

More than 61 per cent of voters cast their votes in the elections to the Aizawl Municipal Corporation on Tuesday, with polling taking place in a calm and orderly manner across the city.According to officials, around 61.14 per cent of the 2.39 lakh registered voters exercised their franchise in all 19 wards. Voting started at 7 am and continued till 5 pm without any report of violence or disruption. Authorities said the final turnout figure may change slightly once the official count is completed. Chief Minister Lalduhoma expressed confidence that his party, the Zoram People's Movement, would win a clear…

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22 Apr

Massive Anti-Drug Operation Near Myanmar Border Sees Seizure and Destruction of Heroin, Methamphetamine

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In one of the largest anti-drug operations in the state, authorities in Mizoram have destroyed narcotics worth more than ₹465 crore in Champhai district, close to the India-Myanmar border.Officials said the seized drugs were destroyed on April 21 after receiving clearance from the district court. The narcotics had been recovered by police from different locations along the border between March and October 2025.The destroyed consignment included 35.85 kg of heroin valued at ₹71.7 crore, 490.89 kg of methamphetamine worth ₹392.71 crore, and 4.74 kg of alprazolam estimated at around ₹94.8 lakh. The operation was carried out under strict supervision, following…

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22 Apr

Over 61% Polling Marks Aizawl Civic Elections

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Elections to the 19-member Aizawl Municipal Corporation (AMC) recorded an over 61 per cent voter turnout on Tuesday, with polling conducted peacefully across the 274 voting centers, the Mizoram State Election Commission reported. According to an election official, 61.14 per cent of the 2.39 lakh registered voters exercised their franchise across all the 19 wards, reflecting the city’s commitment to urban self-governance. The final turnout figure may, however, vary slightly as the official tally is yet to be confirmed. Voting began at 7 am and concluded at 5 pm without any reports of law-and-order disturbances. Notably, the battle for the…

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20 Apr

Focus on Border Commerce as Lai Council Chief Visits Myanmar Border Village

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Along with Lawngtlai Deputy Commissioner Donny Lalruatsanga, Chief Executive Member (CEM) of Lai Autonomous District Council C Lalsawmzuala visited Hruitezawl hamlet to assess border commerce with Myanmar. He underlined the necessity of methodical planning and improved arrangements, stressing the significance of efficient and well-coordinated trade with neighbouring Myanmar. According to Lalsawmzuala, the Council Government seeks to control and effectively oversee the transit and movement of products along the Chhimtuipui river routes. He went on to say that there is a great need for surveillance in a number of areas because Hruitezawl is close to the international boundary. He urged the…

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20 Apr

Fearing Forced Recruitment, More Myanmar Refugees Flee to Mizoram

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A fresh surge of deportees from Myanmar has entered Mizoram, as youthful people continue to flee alleged forced reclamation drives by the Chin National Army(CNA). According to officers, at least 31 out of 34 recent advents have taken sanctum in the Hnahthial quarter of southern Mizoram. numerous of the deportees are teenagers between the periods of 13 and 18, particularly from western Chin State’s Dawn vill and near areas. They reportedly crossed the border to escape being signed into insurrectionary groups engaged in ongoing conflicts with Myanmar’s service. Some deportees claimed that several youths had formerly been taken down to…

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16 Apr

Mizoram Intensifies Surveillance to Block Measles Spread from Bangladesh

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 At a time when a measles outbreak has killed nearly 100 children in Bangladesh, a border district in Mizoram is taking measures to prevent the spread of the virus from the neighboring country. In this regard, a meeting was held at the DC office chamber in Lawngtlai under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Donny Lalruatsanga to discuss preventive measures and preparedness to safeguard the district from the measles outbreak in Bangladesh. Donny Lalruatsanga expressed his appreciation to all attendees. He highlighted that more than 100 lives have already been lost due to the measles outbreak in Bangladesh. He emphasized that…

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15 Apr

Governor Vijay Kumar Singh Launches Former CM Zoramthanga’s Book on Mizoram’s Peace Journey

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Mizoram Governor, General Vijay Kumar Singh (retd), formally released the memoir of former Chief Minister Zoramthanga titled "From Guerrilla Fighter to Chief Minister", at the Aijal Club in Aizawl on Tuesday. Speaking at the launch event, the Governor described the book as far more than a mere personal narrative. He lauded it as a significant and reliable historical document that provides valuable insights into important phases of Mizoram’s political history. “The book chronicles the author’s remarkable journey from insurgency to responsible democratic governance and statesmanship,” he said. The Governor noted that the memoir serves as a powerful reminder that dialogue,…

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14 Apr

Polls in Focus: Dry Days Notified for Aizawl Municipal Corporation Elections

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The Mizoram government has declared Dry Days in Aizawl for the municipal polls in the state capital. In exercise of the power conferred by Section 4A of the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Amendment Act, 2025, Commissioner of Excise & Narcotics, Government of Mizoram has declared Dry Days for the whole area of Aizawl Municipal Corporation with effect from 4 pm of April 20 to 4 pm of April 21 (i.e. 24 hours immediately preceding the conclusion of voting) and shall includes re-poll day (April 23), if necessary and on April 27 (the date on which the counting of votes is to…

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13 Apr

Intensive EVM, Procedure Training Held for Election Personnel in Aizawl

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Preparations for the upcoming General Election to the Aizawl Municipal Corporation (AMC), 2026 have picked up pace, with authorities conducting a detailed training programme for polling personnel in Aizawl district on Monday. The training was organised by the office of the District Election Officer (DEO) and District Municipal Election Officer (DMEO), Aizawl, to prepare officials who will be deployed on election duty. The session focused on ensuring that polling staff understand their roles clearly and are ready to handle responsibilities on polling day. Officials said that Presiding Officers and polling teams attended the training in large numbers. The programme covered…

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