LZ VARTE BECOMES FIRST MIZO TO ENTER INDIA BOOK OF RECORDS

Lamtluang Online News: Vanlallawmzuala Varte (Lz Varte) from Mission Veng has become the first Mizo to enter the India Book of Records. He received the record certificate on 16 January 2025 for cycling across all states and union territories in India, covering a distance of approximately 17,045 km in 285 days. The theme of his journey was 'Ride to Clean Air', which aimed to promote awareness about clean air and ways to prevent air pollution.

Lz Varte collected plastic waste and encouraged others to join him in this initiative. He interacted with local communities, sharing his message and inspiring others to take action. Lz Varte was presented with the record certificate by Tapan Datta on behalf of the India Book of Records. This achievement makes him the first Mizo to be recognised by the India Book of Records.

Samuel Lalbiakhlua from Saitual, who holds the record for being the youngest certified paragliding pilot in the world, as recognised by the International Book of Records, attended the event. Some of Lz Varte's notable achievements include cycling from Mizoram's easternmost point to the westernmost point, covering Three Country Point; completing a 200 km cycle ride with an elevation gain of 11,034 m; and setting a 24-hour cycling record, covering 330 km from Tuirial Airfield.

Lz Varte covered a distance of approximately 17,045 km in 285 days, visiting all states and union territories in India. His longest ride in a day was 207.82 km, from Lucknow to Badlapur, UP. He achieved his fastest speed in West Bengal, cycling from Kurseong to Darjeeling at a speed of 68.8 km per hour. In January 2024, Lz Varte cycled around 500 km, and from February to April 2024, he covered over 2,000 km per month. From May to November 2024, he consistently cycled around 1,278 km per month.

The record certificate presentation and felicitation ceremony was chaired by Dr Malsawmkima. Upa Zonunmawia led the devotion, and Professor Zodinpuia Pachuau presented the technical report. Lz Varte shared his experiences during the ceremony, and his father, VL Chhuanawma, expressed his gratitude.

GENERAL VK SINGH SWORN IN AS 25TH MIZORAM GOVERNOR

Lamtluang Online News: General VK Singh has taken the oath of office as the 25th Governor of Mizoram at the Circular Lawn, Raj Bhavan in Aizawl. He was administered the oath by Gauhati High Court Chief Justice Vijay Bishnoi.

General Singh, a retired Indian Army chief, has had a distinguished career, serving as the 26th Chief of the Army Staff. He is also a recipient of several honours, including the Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM), Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), and Yudh Seva Medal (YSM).

Prior to his governorship, General Singh was a Member of Parliament and held various ministerial positions, including Minister of State for External Affairs and Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways.

MIZORAM VC AND LC ELECTION DATES ANNOUNCED

Lamtluang Online News: Mizoram State Election Commissioner, Dr H Lalthlangliana, has announced the election dates for Village Councils (VCs) and Local Councils (LCs). The elections are scheduled to take place on 12 February 2025. With the announcement of the election dates, the Model Code of Conduct has also come into effect.

HON'BLE JUSTICE VIJAY BISHNOY LAUNCHES SPECIAL CAMPAIGN FOR OLD PRISONERS AND TERMINALLY ILL PRISONERS

Lamtluang Online News: On 11 January 2025, Hon'ble Justice Vijay Bishnoy, Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court, launched the 'Special Campaign for Old Prisoners and Terminally Ill Prisoners and Skill Development' at District Jail, Lawngtlai, Mizoram.

He emphasised the importance of providing prisoners with employable skills, enabling them to lead dignified lives after release. Justice Bishnoy praised Mizoram SLSA and DLSA for their effective implementation of the campaign.

Justice Michael Zothankhuma, Judge of the Gauhati High Court, highlighted Mizoram's efforts in rehabilitating prisoners through various programmes, including agriculture, animal husbandry, carpentry, and computer training.

The Chief Justice stressed the need for collaborative efforts between government departments, NGOs, and individuals to support prisoner rehabilitation.

District Jail, Lawngtlai, has a capacity of 90 prisoners and is currently housing 36 prisoners. The programme was attended by government officials, including Pu Cheemala Siva Gopal Reddy, IAS, District Deputy Commissioner.