Aizawl, October 2026 : Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia inaugurated Aizawl Institute of Arts & Music for the North Eastern Region (NER) at Tuivamit Tlang and virtually laid the foundation stones for nine (9) other projects sanctioned under the schemes of Ministry of DoNER in the presence of Mizoram Chief Minister Shri Lalduhoma, PWD Minister Shri Vanlalhlana, Art & Culture Minister Shri C. Lalsawivunga and Adviser to Chief Minister (Planning) Shri TBC Lalvenchhunga.
In his speech, Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia stated that this was his thirty fifth (35th) visit to the North Eastern region in two and a half years, highlighting the role and responsibility of the eight states of North East India in India's journey towards Vikshit Bharat 2047. He emphasized on the huge leaps in development and progress India was making, noting the success of Chandrayaan-3 mission in landing a vehicle on the South Pole of the moon and planting the Triranga, and the creation of an integrated 4G telecom stack by indigenous enterprises. He expressed his firm belief in the importance of North East India in the future prospects of the nation, saying that the beauty of the land in its natural state was only surpassed by the talented musicians that performed that day, with their wonderful portrayal of the Mizo cultural arts. He urged the Mizo people to protect their culture and tradition whil simultaneously making steps towards advancement. There are about 375 projects under DoNER in Mizoram, out of which 75% has been completed, showing the efficency of the Chief Minister and his team. He wished them well, advising them to make use of the huge opportunities that would be opening for them soon.
Chief Minister Shri Lalduhoma praised the work and tirelessness of the DoNER Union Minister, highlighting his role in the gradual growth and development of Mizoram and the North Eastern region. He expressed his firm belief that the projects unveiled today would be of great help to the people of Mizoram.
Chief Secretary Shri Khilli Ram Meena gave the welcome address for the Union Minister and various dignitaries, and the Secretary of the Ministry of DoNER Shri Katikithala Srinivas gave a short speech about the work of DoNER Ministry. Zo Tumrik and Sound from the Hills performed and played Mizo cultural music, and a rendition of the Mizo cultural dance Chheih lam was also shown. Planning & Programme Implementation Commissioner Shri Vanlaldina Fanai ended the function with a vote of thanks.
North Eastern Council (NEC) Secretary Shri Satinder Kumar Bhalla, various officials from DoNER and NEC, various delegates from PWD, P&E, Art & Culture, Sports & Youth Service, Health & Family Welfare and Planning & Programme Implementation departments were also in attendance.
The projects unveiled by the DoNER Minister include Improvement & Upgradation of Daido Vangkawt Road (NESIDS - Roads), Construction of 132 kV S/C line on D/C Tower from Bairabi to West Phaileng via Mamit with Associated Bays (NEC), Augmentation of North Vanlaiphai Water Supply Scheme (NESIDS - OTRI), Construction of AYUSH Development Centre at MINECO (NESIDS - OTRI), Construction of Pukzing to Silsuri Road (NESIDS - Roads), Construction Tualpui to Champhai Road (NESIDS - Roads), Upgradation of Oil Palm Link Road at Kolasib, Mamit, Lunglei and Lawngtlai Districts (NESIDS - Roads), New Construction of 40 Bedded Hostel Building for ANM School, Zemabawk (NESIDS - OTRI) and Sports Infrastructure Development within Mizoram (NESIDS - OTRI).
