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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…

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…

13 Apr

Mizoram Public Service Commission Exam on April 14: Candidates Told to Follow Dress Code and Entry Norms

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The district administration in Lawngtlai has issued a public notice ahead of the upcoming Circle Officer examination to be conducted by the Mizoram Public Service Commission (MPSC). The exam, which falls under the Social Welfare, Women and Child Development Department, is scheduled to be held on April 14, 2026, at Government Lawngtlai College. According to the notice issued by the District Commissioner and District Level Observer, all candidates must reach the examination centre by 8:30 am on the day of the exam. Authorities have made it clear that candidates will not be allowed to enter without their admit cards, making…

12 Apr

Early Momentum for Census 2027 in Mizoram with Thousands Opting for Self-Enumeration

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The first phase of Census 2027 is currently underway, with 6,030 citizens from Mizoram already having registered through the newly introduced self-enumeration process. Spearheaded by the Central Government's Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India, this phase marks a historic milestone. For the first time in India, an online portal has been launched for self-registration during the House listing phase. The portal went live on April 1, and as of today, it has recorded over 6,000 entries from Mizoram. A district-wise breakdown reveals that Aizawl leads the state with 2,180 registered households, closely followed by Lawngtlai District with 2,159 households.…

11 Apr

Mizoram Marks Foundation Days of Four States Under Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Governor Vijay Kumar Singh led a combined celebration of the foundation days of Bihar, Rajasthan, Odisha and Himachal Pradesh at the Durbar Hall of Lok Bhavan in Aizawl. The programme was organised under the Centre’s Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat initiative.Addressing the gathering, the Governor said it was a matter of pride to celebrate the foundation days of four different states together. He highlighted that each state has its own identity, culture and strengths, and has made steady progress over the years. “Each state is unique and excels in its own way. They possess immense potential,” he said. He added…

11 Apr

Mizoram Govt, CYMA Discuss Managing Tourist Influx

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Tourism Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar held a meeting with leaders of the Central Young Mizo Association (CYMA) to discuss ways to manage the rising number of tourists in the state. The meeting focused on coordination between the government and community groups to ensure smooth tourist movement while protecting local culture and traditions. Chairing the discussion, Hmar said the increase in tourist arrivals is a positive sign for Mizoram’s economy and growing visibility. However, he also cautioned that the growth must be handled carefully so that it does not affect the lifestyle and values of local communities. The minister pointed out…

10 Apr

Mizoram Village Honored for Excellence in Clean and Green Panchayat Initiative

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Kawrthah North Village Council, Mizoram has been conferred the prestigious Deen Dayal Upadhyay Panchayat Satat Vikas, 2025 under the theme "Clean & Green Panchayat," securing the top rank at the national level. The award recognizes the outstanding efforts of the Village Council in promoting sustainable development practices, environmental conservation, sanitation, and overall rural well-being. This achievement highlights the commitment of village council towards building an eco-friendly and sustainable village model. The Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Govt. of India, has officially announced the recognition and appreciated the exemplary work carried out by the Village Council. The initiative reflects strong grass root…

10 Apr

Anti-Drug Drive Begins in Mizoram’s Lawngtlai

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The inaugural programme of the “Drug-Free District Campaign” under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan was held at the DC Conference Hall, Lawngtlai today. The programme was chaired by Donny Lalruatsanga, Deputy Commissioner and Chairman of the Lawngtlai District Level Committee on Drug-Free District. The campaign was officially launched by C Lalsawmzuala, Chief Executive Member (CEM), and LADC. C Lalsawmzuala expressed gratitude to the members of the District Level Committee and stated that the campaign was launched with the aim of making Lawngtlai district free from drug abuse and ensuring its successful implementation. He highlighted that since Lawngtlai is located along…

07 Apr

Mizoram SEC Activates MCC Ahead of April 30 Mara Council Polls

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The State Election Commission Mizoram has announced that the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) has come into effect for village council bye-elections under the Mara Autonomous District Council (MADC). According to an official notification, the MCC came into force from April 6 in all concerned villages where the bye-elections will be held. The elections are scheduled for April 30, and the code will remain in place until the declaration of results. The notification was issued under sub-rule (1) of Rule 3 of the Mara Autonomous District Council (Election to Village Councils) Rules, 2014. Officials said the MCC will apply to…

07 Apr

Officials Review Fire Prevention Strategies, Praise Community Efforts

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The District Level Committee on Fire Prevention in Lawngtlai held a review meeting to assess ongoing fire prevention efforts and plan future strategies, officials said. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Commissioner Donny Lalruatsanga at the DC Conference Hall, with participation from officials of various departments, local bodies, and community representatives. Addressing the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner thanked all stakeholders for their continued support and cooperation. He said awareness campaigns on fire prevention have shown good results and appreciated the role played by Village Councils, NGOs, churches, and the public in following government guidelines. He also acknowledged the contribution of…