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22 Apr

Mizoram’s Lengpui Airport gets CISF protection from April 24

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a significant move to enhance aviation security in the Northeast, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) will assume charge of security at Mizoram’s lone airport in Lengpui from April 24. The Ministry of Home Affairs sanctioned the deployment of over 120 CISF personnel following a threat assessment by central intelligence agencies. This marks the CISF’s first deployment in Mizoram and makes Lengpui the 69th airport in India to be guarded by the paramilitary force, which functions as the national civil aviation security agency. A formal induction ceremony will be held on April 24. Located 35 km from Aizawl in…

21 Apr

4,000 runners join ‘Soldierathon’ to honor India’s heroes

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Governor Gen VK Singh and Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Tripathi jointly flagged off the 'Soldierathon' marathon in Delhi's Dhaula Kuan on Sunday morning, drawing participation from nearly 4,000 runners. The event, themed ‘Run with Soldiers, Run for Soldiers’, aimed to pay tribute to the sacrifices of India’s martyrs and wounded warriors. The marathon brought together civilians and soldiers, promoting fitness while fostering a deep sense of pride and solidarity with the armed forces. Speaking at the event, Admiral Tripathi said, “This is a great initiative that inspires people to stay fit. The energy and excitement among runners…

18 Apr

Assam Rifles champions water conservation in Mizoram’s Lungpuk-III village

Banasree SarkarMizoramAssam Rifles

In an ongoing effort to promote environmental sustainability and community engagement, Assam Rifles conducted a water conservation awareness session at Lungpuk-III village in Siaha district on April 17, 2025. The initiative is part of the force's commitment to addressing local environmental challenges and encouraging sustainable practices in the region. The session was attended by 25 villagers and 12 Assam Rifles personnel, where they discussed practical water conservation measures such as rainwater harvesting, fixing household leaks, minimizing water wastage, and reusing water efficiently. The lecture also emphasized the importance of planting native trees and taking collective action to preserve water resources.

17 Apr

Guwahati to host critical Mizoram-Assam border meeting

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a significant move towards resolving the long-standing border dispute between Mizoram and Assam, a seven-member delegation from Mizoram is set to travel to Guwahati on April 24 to participate in official-level talks with their counterparts from Assam. The meeting is scheduled to be held the following day, April 25. According to a senior Mizoram official, the delegation will be led by Mizoram Home Secretary Vanlalmawia. On the Assam side, the talks are expected to be headed by a senior official, likely a principal secretary or secretary from the Border Protection and Development Department. This upcoming dialogue marks a crucial…

16 Apr

Mizoram sees mass protest over delay in job regularisation

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Over 15,000 employees under various Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS) across Mizoram launched a three-day statewide strike on Tuesday, demanding regularisation of their jobs within the state government framework. The strike, led by the All Mizoram CSS Employees Coordination Committee (AMCECC), includes a complete pen/tool down protest. The employees are pressing for the implementation of the Mizoram Regularisation of CSS Employees Scheme, which was notified on June 18, 2023. AMCECC President Malsawmtluanga Hauhnar accused the government of stalling the process by setting impractical criteria through a memorandum issued in October 2024. “Hardly any employee qualifies under these stringent norms,” he said.…

14 Apr

Myanmar smuggler nabbed in ₹54 crore drug bust in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a major crackdown on cross-border drug trafficking, Assam Rifles and Bualpui Police seized a massive consignment of Methamphetamine tablets worth an estimated ₹54 crore in Mizoram's Lawngtlai district. One Myanmar national has been arrested in connection with the case. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, security forces launched an operation on April 12 in the general area of Siachangkawn. The raid resulted in the recovery of approximately 17.946 kilograms—equivalent to 1,80,000 tablets—of the highly addictive narcotic. According to an official statement, the arrested individual and the seized contraband have been handed over to the Bualpui Police Outpost for further legal…

12 Apr

Lunglei faces acute water shortage as Tlawng River dries up

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Facing a severe water crisis due to a prolonged dry spell, the Mizoram government has begun deploying water tankers to supply residents in Lunglei town, officials said on Friday. The town, Mizoram’s second largest after Aizawl, has been grappling with acute water shortages since March after the Tlawng River—its main water source—dried up significantly. With rainfall absent since January, the daily supply from the river has dropped to 1.5 million litres, far below the 3.5 million litres required, according to PHE officials. To address the shortfall, the state government has arranged to transport water from the Mat River, flowing between…

11 Apr

Mizoram’s CYMA renews push for refugee management framework

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Central Young Mizo Association (CYMA), Mizoram’s leading civil society organization, has intensified its appeal to the state government for the creation of a formal refugee policy to manage over 42,000 displaced persons residing across the state. Following a key meeting of its Central Coordination Committee (CCC), CYMA expressed concern over the lack of structured measures and called for designated shelter sites and clear governance guidelines for refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) from Myanmar, Manipur, and Bangladesh. “The current arrangements are inadequate for addressing the scale and complexity of the crisis,” CYMA General Secretary Malsawmliana said. The CCC also…

10 Apr

Union Minister receives urgent memorandum from CADC

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) has made a fervent appeal to the Central government for urgent financial and infrastructural intervention to address long-pending developmental issues in south Mizoram’s Lawngtlai district. During Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai’s visit to the region on Wednesday, CADC leaders submitted a detailed memorandum outlining critical demands. The council sought expedited approval and funding for 47 stalled development projects spanning road infrastructure, education, skill development, governance, and cultural preservation. The CADC flagged significant delays in fund disbursal, citing the impact on project execution. Leaders also raised the issue of rehabilitation for…

08 Apr

Zoramthanga says Amit Shah wants MNF in power again in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Former Mizoram Chief Minister and Mizo National Front (MNF) President Zoramthanga has claimed that Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed his desire to see the MNF form the next government in the state. Speaking during a party session at the MNF headquarters in Aizawl on Monday, Zoramthanga said the support was conveyed during Shah’s visit to Mizoram on March 15. The two leaders reportedly held detailed discussions on political matters, Mizoram’s governance, and India’s relationship with Myanmar. “Shah ji clearly conveyed his wish for MNF to return to power. He encouraged us to work hard at the grassroots level to…