Mizoram

22 Feb

Mizoram to amend liquor prohibition law in ongoing budget session

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government is set to introduce a bill to amend the state's prohibition law during the ongoing budget session of the assembly, Chief Minister Lalduhoma announced on Friday. Responding to the debate on the motion of thanks for the Governor’s address, Lalduhoma stated that the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, 2019, would be amended to regulate beer and wine sales. "The excise and narcotics department minister will move the House to amend the liquor ban act," he told the assembly. The Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) government had earlier hinted at reviewing the 2019 prohibition law. Mizoram’s liquor policies have shifted…

21 Feb

Mizoram’s Lengpui Airport to get Krishi Udan upgrade by year-end

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Union Minister of State for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, and Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje announced on Thursday that Mizoram’s Lengpui Airport will be upgraded to the “Krishi Udan” category by the end of this year. During a press conference at Atal Bhavan in Aizawl, Karandlaje stated that the upgrade will transform the state’s lone airport from a passenger facility to one that promotes agricultural export. The Krishi Udan scheme aims to enhance the transportation of agricultural products, boosting farmers’ access to national and global markets. Karandlaje also highlighted the Centre’s efforts to skill the youth and provide toolkits,…

19 Feb

Mizoram: Assam Rifles, Police seize drugs worth Rs 71.15 crores in Champhai, one held

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In a joint operation, the Assam Rifles and Zokhawthar Police recovered a large cache of narcotics from the general area of Vangkai, Zokhawthar, Champhai district, Mizoram, on February 18. Acting on specific intelligence, security forces intercepted a consignment and seized 7.1 kg of Methamphetamine tablets and 3.1 kg of Crystal Methamphetamine, with an estimated market value of Rs71.15 crore. One individual, identified as Vanlalruaia (59), a resident of Chhinga Veng, Aizawl, was apprehended in connection with the seizure. The arrested individual and the recovered contraband were handed over to the Zokhawthar Police for further investigation and legal proceedings.In another operation…

19 Feb

CM Lalduhoma inaugurates the Aizawl Peak Resort Skywalk

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma inaugurated the Aizawl Peak Resort Skywalk at Hangi Lunglen Tlang on February 18, marking a significant milestone in the state’s tourism development. The Aizawl Peak Resort, managed by Er. H. Ginzalal, Adviser to the Chief Minister (Technical), and his family, was lauded by Lalduhoma for their dedication and efforts. “Their hard work and perseverance have contributed greatly to Mizoram’s growing tourism sector,” the CM stated. Built by Nail India Adventure Private Limited, Pune, the skywalk is constructed with 30mm toughened glass panels, stretching 10 meters in length and 2.24 meters in width. It can support up…

18 Feb

Mizoram Government denies rumors of selling Lengpui Airport to IAF

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government has dismissed rumors of plans to sell or completely transfer the state-owned Lengpui Airport to the Indian Air Force (IAF), Chief Minister Lalduhoma’s Finance Adviser, TBC Lalvenchhunga, clarified on February 17. Addressing a party gathering, Lalvenchhunga emphasized that the government is only exploring collaboration with the IAF for modernizing the airport, located 32 km from Aizawl. “There is no intention of either selling or transferring the Lengpui airport. We are only exploring possibilities to improve and modernize the airport,” he stated. The issue of transferring the airport has been a topic of debate for several years. Past…

15 Feb

Mizoram Election Commission announces date for CADC polls

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The Mizoram state election commission (SEC) on Friday announced elections to 88 village councils (VCs) within Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) in south Mizoram's Lawngtlai district. State election commissioner H. Lalthlangliana told a news conference here that the elections will be held on March 12 and counting of votes will take place as soon as polling is over. The last date for filing nominations is February 19, while contestants can withdraw their names latest by February 24. Scrutiny of papers will be held on February 21, he added.

15 Feb

NABARD holds State Credit Seminar in Mizoram

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NABARD, Mizoram Regional Office on Friday organized the State Credit Seminar in Aizawl and Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma attended the event as Chief Guest and released the State Focus Paper 2025-26. The seminar's Special Guests include Lalnilawma, the Minister of Rural Development, Horticulture, and PHED of the Government of Mizoram; PC Vanlalruata, the Minister of Agriculture and Cooperation of the Government of Mizoram; and T. Lhungdim, the General Manager (OIC) of the Reserve Bank of India. Senior Officials, Senior Bankers from the Banking Fraternity, SLBC coordinators, Lead District Managers (LDMs), and Developmental Agencies, including NGOs, attended the seminar. Pankaja Borah,…

15 Feb

Mizoram announces village council elections for March 12

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram State Election Commission (SEC) announced on Friday that elections for 88 village councils (VCs) in the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) in Lawngtlai district will be held on March 12. Counting of votes will commence immediately after polling concludes. State election commissioner H. Lalthlangliana revealed that the last date for filing nominations is February 19, with withdrawals allowed until February 24. Scrutiny of nomination papers will be conducted on February 21, and the executive body must be formed by March 17. The entire election process is set to conclude by March 18. Of the 516 seats across the…

14 Feb

ZPM’s victory marks new era in Mizoram’s village and Local Council politics

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Zoram People's Movement (ZPM), Mizoram's ruling party, has emerged as the dominant force in the recently concluded village council (VC) and local council (LC) elections, as per the State Election Commission's (SEC) final tally. ZPM won 266 out of 543 VCs and 54 out of 110 LCs, showcasing its widespread support. The Congress secured 43 VCs and 14 LCs, while the BJP managed to win just one VC. Independent candidates claimed seven VCs and two LCs. In terms of total seats, ZPM captured 1,153 seats across all VCs, followed by the Mizo National Front (MNF) with 744, Congress with…

13 Feb

Mizoram polling ends peacefully, 64.76% voter turnout for village councils

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Polling for 534 Village Councils (VC) and 110 Local Councils (LC) across Mizoram concluded peacefully on Wednesday, according to State Election Commissioner H. Lalthlangliana. Voting, which began at 7 a.m., continued beyond the scheduled 4 p.m. deadline. The State Election Commission (SEC) reported a 64.76% voter turnout in VC polls and 33.24% in LC elections by 8:30 p.m., with final numbers expected to rise. Elections were not held in nine VCs where candidates, mostly from the ruling Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM), were declared elected unopposed. Polling in Lalnutui VC (Lunglei district) and Lawipu LC (Aizawl Municipal Corporation) has been rescheduled…