SYNOD EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE APPROVES INCLUSION IN MIZORAM UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE SCHEME

Lamtluang Online News, 25 September, 2025: The 314th meeting of the Mizoram Synod Executive Committee (SEC) was held on 24–25 September at J.M. Lloyd Hall, Synod Office. During the two-day sitting, the Committee approved the implementation of the Mizoram Universal Health Care Scheme (MUHCS) at the Synod Hospital, in response to the request made by the Government of Mizoram.

Speaking on the resolution, Rev. V.L. Luaia Hranleh, Synod Senior Executive Secretary, stated that after examining and discussing the various aspects of the MUHCS, the SEC resolved in principle to adopt the scheme. However, the Committee further decided that a proper memorandum of agreement with the Government of Mizoram must first be finalised. This agreement will subsequently be reviewed by the Officers’ Meeting, which shall also determine the appropriate time for implementation.

In addition, the SEC approved the Synod’s acceptance of the Jordan Centre at Sethawn. Noting that the Centre’s responsibilities fall under a critical policy framework, the Committee resolved that its future management will be deliberated upon in the forthcoming Synod Assembly.

Synod Hospital, Durtlang, Mizoram 

The meeting was presided over by the Synod Moderator, Rev. R.C. Lalnghakliana. A total of 41 agenda items were placed for decision during this session.

BROILER CHICKS AND HATCHING EGGS ARRIVE AT SAIRANG RAILWAY STATION

Lamtluang Online News: The Zoram Poultry Development Society (ZPDS) under the AH & Veterinary Department today, 25 September 2025, successfully received broiler chicks and broiler hatching eggs at Sairang Railway Station. The Society has announced that another consignment of broiler chicks is expected to be available on 18 October 2025.

MIZORAM CHIEF MINISTER MEETS US CONSUL GENERAL IN AIZAWL

Lamtluang Online News, Aizawl, 25 September 2025: The Chief Minister of Mizoram, Pu Lalduhoma, today met Mrs Kathy Giles Diaz, Consul General of the United States Consulate General in Kolkata, at his office. Mrs Diaz is currently undertaking an official visit to Mizoram.

During the meeting, the Chief Minister expressed his appreciation for Mrs Diaz’s visit, conveying his hope that her time in Mizoram would be both enjoyable and productive. He offered his gratitude for the Consul General’s keen interest in the state.

Mrs Kathy Giles Diaz remarked upon the beauty of Mizoram and shared her enthusiasm for visiting the region. She noted that a significant Mizo diaspora resides in the United States, enjoying favourable living conditions in their adopted communities. Mrs Diaz emphasised the positive ties between the two sides and expressed her willingness to enhance engagement, particularly in the fields of economic cooperation and investment. She stated that there are promising opportunities for US companies to invest in Mizoram.

In response, Chief Minister Pu Lalduhoma thanked the Consul General for her interest in fostering investment in Mizoram. He highlighted that all matters concerning foreign funding and investments are subject to approval by the Central Government. The Chief Minister also observed that, as the number of Mizos residing in the United States continues to grow, there is a rising interest among Mizoram’s people to visit America. He stressed the need for strengthened cooperation to facilitate such exchanges.

The meeting was attended by Pu Vanlaldina Fanai, Commissioner and Secretary to the Chief Minister, together with other senior officials from the Chief Minister’s Office.

Source: DIPR Mizoram

BAPTIST ENGLISH SCHOOL DECLARES TWO-DAY HOLIDAY AMID FLU OUTBREAK

Lamtluang Online New, September 25, 2025 : Baptist English School, the largest school in Lunglei, has declared a two-day holiday in response to a widespread seasonal flu outbreak affecting a large number of pupils.

School authorities announced the decision after consulting parents and guardians, stating that the school had been “severely affected” by the current flu wave. According to the statement, many pupils have been falling ill continuously since the beginning of the season, with symptoms lasting for more than a week.

On Monday, 325 pupils were absent, rising to 445 on Tuesday. Yesterday, absences reached 528, with several teachers also unable to attend due to illness.

With attendance dropping sharply, class tests could not be held, and the scheduled Neltas examination has been postponed. Regular lessons were also disrupted.

Medical professionals visited the school to assess the situation, after which the administration decided to close the school on 25 and 26 September (Thursday and Friday). Authorities stated that further closures could follow if the situation does not improve. Parents have been urged not to send children to school if they are unwell.

Baptist English School, Serkawn, Lunglei