New Delhi, May 5, 2026: Mizoram’s tourism development and future roadmap were discussed during a high-level meeting between Tourism Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar and Bhuvnesh Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, held in New Delhi on Monday.
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| Mizoram Tourism Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar meets Union Tourism Secretary Bhuvnesh Kumar in New Delhi to discuss tourism development and collaboration. (Image: DIPR Mizoram) |
During the meeting, the Minister highlighted the steady rise in tourist inflow to Mizoram and stressed the need for enhanced capacity building and awareness initiatives to better manage and sustain tourism growth. He also outlined the state government’s efforts to promote tourism while preserving the unique social and cultural fabric of Mizo society, and proposed stronger collaboration with the Centre in this sector.
Emphasising long-term goals, Lalnghinglova Hmar said Mizoram aims not only to attract visitors but also to encourage longer stays, particularly in Aizawl and nearby areas, before tourists explore other parts of the state. Plans are underway to develop Aizawl and its surroundings into key tourism hubs.
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Tourism Secretary Bhuvnesh Kumar, who recently visited Aizawl and Thenzawl, acknowledged the state’s strong tourism potential and underscored the importance of developing major attractions within accessible distance from the capital. He also highlighted the Centre’s “One State: One Global Destination” initiative, suggesting that Aizawl could be positioned as a major focal point under the programme.
The Minister further shared Mizoram’s vision of positioning itself as a “Winter Capital of India”, seeking continued support from the Central government. In response, the Tourism Secretary assured full cooperation and appreciated the state’s strategic approach of promoting tourism through seasonal and thematic initiatives.
The meeting was also attended by R. Lalrodingi, Director of Tourism, Mizoram, as part of the official delegation.
