Aizawl, September 23, 2025: The Department of Labour, Employment, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (LESDE), Government of Mizoram, in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO), today organized a Roundtable on Employment, Skills & Social Protection at the ATI Auditorium, MINECO, Aizawl.
The event, chaired by LESDE Minister Pu Lalnghinglova Hmar, was inaugurated with a welcome address by Dr. Lalhriatzuali Ralte, Secretary, LESDE, while Pi Lalramdini, Under Secretary, Mizoram Youth Commission, moderated the session.
In his keynote address, Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar highlighted the importance of ILO’s partnership in addressing Mizoram’s employment challenges, including limited formal sector opportunities, reliance on informal labour, and the outflow of workers to other states. He stressed the need for targeted skill development, entrepreneurship support, and sustainable social protection measures.
Mr. Satoshi Sasaki, Deputy Director, ILO, underlined the organization’s commitment to advancing decent work and skills in Mizoram, noting that Mizo youth possess significant potential for employability and entrepreneurship. He emphasized ILO’s role in supporting vulnerable communities and enhancing opportunities through capacity-building initiatives.
The roundtable was divided into three sessions:
• Session 1: Understanding the Employment Landscape in Mizoram
• Session 2: Issues Relating to Skill Development & Entrepreneurship
• Session 3: Social Protection Landscape in the State
Each session featured experts, academics, government officials, and representatives from civil society, including panelists from Mizoram University, the Mizoram Youth Commission, labour unions, and women’s organizations.
The event also saw active participation from college students, entrepreneurs, and senior government officials, reflecting a wide stakeholder engagement.
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The discussions are expected to provide valuable insights for shaping policies on employment generation, skill development, and social protection in Mizoram, with continued collaboration between the state government and the ILO.
