MIZORAM STATE POLICY COORDINATION COMMITTEE REVIEWS BANA KAIH SCHEME APPLICATIONS

Lamtluang Online News: Mizoram State Policy Coordination Committee held a meeting on November 18, 2024, to review applications received under the Bana Kaih Scheme. Dr. KC Lalmalsawmzauva, Adviser to Chief Minister, chaired the meeting, which aimed to assess the financial requirements of the applicants. The scheme, designed to support entrepreneurs, will prioritize applications received during November.

The committee discussed key points, including the integration of the Labour, Employment, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Department with the Bana Kaih Scheme, selection of Progress Partners for the Pilot Phase, and strategies for effective scheme implementation. They also assessed the financial requirements for the Pilot Phase.

As of the meeting, 8,370 applications were received from Implementing Departments, with Commerce & Industries Department receiving the highest number (3,346) followed by Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department (2,758).

District-wise applications:

- Aizawl: 1,741

- Lawngtlai: 1,413

- Champhai: 1,228

- Mamit: 715

- Kolasib: 702

- Siaha: 667

- Saitual: 567

- Lunglei: 578

- Serchhip: 349

- Khawzawl: 326

- Hnathial: 84

After initial scrutiny by Nodal Officers and Search Teams, 190 applications were shortlisted for further review by the Apex body for the Pilot Phase.

Source: DIPR Mizoram

SINLUNG HILLS COUNCIL 2024: NEWLY ELECTED MEMBERS TAKE OATH OF AFFIRMATION

Lamtluang Online News: The newly elected members of Sinlung Hills Council, 2024, took their oath of affirmation at Pisapui Hall, Aizawl DC Office on 18 November 2024.

The first sitting was held immediately. The Chairman, Deputy Chairman, Chief Executive Member, four Executive Council members, and two Nominated members were elected.

As per Section 5(2) of the Sinlung Hills Council Act 2018, the Pro-tem Chairman called for nominations for the Chairman position from among the elected members.

R. Lalfakzuala, elected from 10-Tinghmun constituency, was unanimously declared the Chairman of Sinlung Hills Council, 2024.

Besides electing the Chief Executive Member, Section 5(3) of the Sinlung Hills Council Act, 2018, nominates four elected members as Executive Members.

As per Section 5(1) of the Sinlung Hills Council Act, 2018, two Nominated Members were also appointed.

The elected officials are:

Chairman - R. Lalfakzuala (10-Tinghmun, MNF)

Deputy Chairman - Benjamin Lalrawnliana (9-Zohmun, MNF)

Chief Executive Member - Ricky Lalremsanga (4-Vanbawng, MNF)

Executive Members:

Melody Lalchhuangzeli (8-Sakawrdai North, IND),

Lalhmingthanga (5-Ratu, MNF),

Zokhumthanga (12-Saiphai, MNF),

and Lalhriatchhunga Hmar (7-Sakawrdai South, IND)

Nominated Members:

C. Lalnuntlanga, New Vervek and Ramfangzauva, Sakawrdai.

Here are the elected members of the Sinlung Hills Council 2024 

Sl. No.	Constituency	Elected Candidates	Party Affiliation
1	Khawlian	Lalrawngbawla	INC
2	Phuaibuang	Vanlalsiamsanga	ZPM
3	Suangpuilawn	Lalvenhima Hmar	ZPM
4	Vanbawng	Ricky Lalremsanga	MNF
5	Ratu	Lalhmingthanga	MNF
6	New Vervek	Lalhlunchhunga	ZPM
7	Sakawrdai South	Lalhriatchhunga Hmar	IND
8	Sakawrdai North	Melody Lalchhuangzeli	IND
9	Zohmun	Benjamin Lalrawnliana	MNF
10	Tinghmun	R. Lalfakzuala	MNF
11	Saipum	Lalrawngbawla	ZPM
12	Saiphai	Zokhumthanga	MNF

RENOWNED MIZO COMEDIAN LALCHHARLIANAN TIES THE KNOT

Lamtluang Online News: Mizoram's esteemed comedian, Lalchharlianan, famously known as Chhara, is set to marry Hriati on December 5, 2024. The ceremony will take place at Dawrpui Vengthar West Presbyterian Church at 1:00 pm.

Chhara has been a distinguished figure in the entertainment industry since his triumphant win in the inaugural LPS Comedian Search (2008). His success has made him a beloved household name.

The wedding is anticipated to draw notable personalities from Mizoram's comedy and entertainment circles. Prominent comedians and celebrities are expected to attend.

Lalchharlianan emerged victorious in the first LPS Comedian Search, surpassing competitors C Vanlalduha (second place) and Lalchhanhima (third place).

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the couple on this joyous occasion.

Mizo comedian Lalchharliana to tie a knot with Hriati 

MIZORAM GOVERNMENT DISPUTES NEEPCO'S ₹102 CRORE SHORTFALL ENERGY BILL

Lamtluang Online News: The Mizoram Government has decided to dispute a ₹102 crore shortfall energy bill sent by NEEPCO Ltd. for the Tuirial HEP power generation, citing discrepancies in the billing process. A meeting was held on November 16, 2024, at the P&E Minister's residence to discuss the issue. Chief Minister Pu Lalduhoma and Power Minister Pu F Rodingliana previously discussed this with the Central Power Minister.

The Ministry of Power convened a stakeholder meeting on September 24, 2024, in Delhi to address the issue. The meeting decided to approach the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) to resolve the power trading dispute. If the issue is taken to CERC, it's expected to have a significant impact.

NEEPCO sent the shortfall energy bill for the period April 2019 to March 2024. However, according to CERC regulations, billing should only be done for the preceding year. The Mizoram Government disputes NEEPCO's 5-year bill. Key officials attended the P&E Minister-led meeting.

The dispute may lead to CERC regulating Mizoram's power supply if the bill remains unpaid by November, potentially disrupting power trading and other services.

Source: DIPR Mizoram