New Delhi, January 28, 2026: Senior officials of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and leaders of the Central Young Mizo Association (Central YMA) held a high-level meeting in New Delhi on Tuesday to review a number of issues concerning Mizoram. The meeting took place at Kartavya Bhavan and was chaired by the Union Home Secretary.
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The discussion brought together senior officials of the Ministry of Home Affairs and four representatives of the Central YMA, who were specially invited by the ministry. The meeting primarily focused on reviewing progress made on various issues previously raised by Central YMA and other civil society organisations during discussions linked to the proposed visit of the Union Home Minister to Mizoram in March last year.
According to sources, a wide range of developmental and social issues affecting Mizoram were discussed during the deliberations. One of the key areas of focus was the fight against drug abuse and narcotics trafficking, which continues to be a major concern in the state. Officials informed the meeting that more than ₹88 crore has been planned through the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) for the procurement of vehicles and other logistical support aimed at strengthening anti-drug enforcement operations.
In addition, participants were informed that ₹2.3 crore has been earmarked for training, awareness, and capacity-building programmes designed to enhance efforts to combat drug abuse and related social challenges. The initiatives are expected to support law enforcement agencies, community organisations, and stakeholders engaged in anti-drug campaigns across Mizoram.
Another important matter discussed was the proposed construction of a YMA Conference Centre at Thingsulthliah. Officials informed the meeting that an allocation of ₹99.7 crore has been proposed for the project, which is expected to provide a major facility for community activities, meetings, and social programmes.
The long-standing demand for the inclusion of the Mizo language in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India was also raised during the meeting. MHA officials reportedly informed the Central YMA delegation that the matter would be examined by a designated committee. However, they noted that the government is currently dealing with approximately 150 to 200 pending petitions relating to various languages seeking similar recognition.
Discussions also covered the ongoing initiative to establish a Civil Services Coaching Centre for Mizo youth. The proposed centre is expected to help aspiring candidates prepare for competitive examinations and increase representation from Mizoram in the civil services and other government sectors.
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Another issue reviewed was the status of the proposed handover of Lengpui Airport to the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Participants discussed ongoing developments and the current position of the matter, which has been the subject of public and political discussion in the state.
The meeting concluded with assurances from the Ministry of Home Affairs that the concerns and proposals raised by Central YMA would continue to receive attention. Officials stated that the issues would be examined further in consultation with relevant ministries, departments, and stakeholders to explore appropriate solutions and follow-up measures.
Observers described the meeting as a significant engagement between the Centre and one of Mizoram’s most influential civil society organisations. The discussions reflected continued efforts to address important developmental, social, and cultural issues affecting the state while strengthening cooperation between the government and community-based organisations.
