LUNGLEI MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OFFICIALS MEET WITH MEDIA PERSONNEL

Lamtluang Online News: Lunglei Municipal Council (LMC) officials met with media personnel yesterday, 12 December 2024, to discuss their work and future plans. LMC Chairman Pu Lalzuithanga said that the LMC has completed two years and expressed gratitude to the government for their support. As the LMC is expected to be self-sufficient, they are working hard to achieve that goal. The LMC has proposed to the government to collect motor parking fees, advertisement fees, and building regulations and waste management rules. The LMC will receive Rs. 20 crores from the PAHOSS scheme, which will be used for development projects.

The LMC has given permission to 750 people to construct buildings, and has identified two locations for waste management. Work is underway to improve waste collection, and there are 24 sanitation workers working to keep the city clean. The LMC Award 2024 for the cleanest ward will be given in March next year. The LMC Chairman said that the government has given permission to recruit 36 staff members, but due to lack of funds, only five permanent and 13 temporary posts will be filled.

As an Urban Local Body, the LMC will collect property tax at 3.42%, and 80% of the revenue will be used for development projects in the wards. The LMC has taken over the management of the Convention Centre and will also manage the Saikuti Hall. Next year, the LMC plans to give awards to the cleanest wards during Christmas. This year, the LMC Chairman urged the people of Lunglei to keep their homes and surroundings clean.

The meeting was attended by LMC Chairman Pu Lalzuithanga, Vice Chairman Pu K. Lalrinawma, Executive Councillor Pi Lalhruaitluangi Sailo, and Chief Executive Officer Pu Donny Lalruatsanga. A memorial service was held for MJA member Pu Johan Lalhmunmawia, a DDK Stringer, who passed away on 2 December 2024. The LMC donated a sum of money to the family of Pu Johan Lalhmunmawia, which was received by District MJA President Pu Laltlanthanga.

KOLASIB JT VC CROWNED CHAMPIONS OF MIZORAM INTER-VILLAGE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP 2024

Lamtluang Online News: In a thrilling finale on 12 December 2024, Kolasib Joint Village Council (JT VC) edged out Ramhlun North LC to claim the championship title. The match ended 3-3 after extra time, with Kolasib JT VC ultimately emerging victorious with a 5-4 win in the penalty shootout at the Mizoram Inter-Village Football Championship 2024.

The goals were scored by:

Kolasib JT VC: Pazawna (32'), Paul Ramfangzauva (39'), and Zotea (91')

Ramhlun North LC: Dinmawia (52'), Lawma (P) (55'), and Mamatea (120')

As the champion, Kolasib Joint Village Council received a cash prize of Rs. 2,00,000 and a Sial (mithun animal).

CHINLAND GOVERNMENT FORCES WITHDRAW FROM KIAMTLANG CAMP

Lamtluang Online News: Chinland government forces have withdrawn from Kiamtlang camp, located near Halkha, after being besieged by around 100 Myanmar military personnel for a week.

The camp, situated in a strategic location between Halkha and Thantlang, has been a point of contention between the Chinland government forces and the Myanmar military, with both sides attempting to capture the camp.

According to a spokesperson for the Chin Defence Force (CDF)-Hakha, the Chinland government forces had attempted to capture the camp three times in October and November, but were forced to withdraw after being outnumbered by the Myanmar military.

The spokesperson stated that the Myanmar military had launched a fierce attack on the camp, using artillery and heavy weaponry, and that the Chinland government forces had been forced to withdraw to avoid further casualties.

The camp was previously captured by the Chinland government forces on 30 November, but was retaken by the Myanmar military on 8 December after a week-long siege.

According to reports, at least 32 Myanmar soldiers were killed and 29 captured, including some CDM personnel, during the two-month battle for control of the camp.

The current situation remains tense, with the Chinland government forces and the Myanmar military engaged in a standoff near the camp.

MYANMAR MILITARY SETS FIRE TO HOMES IN MINDAT

Lamtluang Online News: On 10 December 2024, Myanmar military personnel from the 274 Battalion allegedly set fire to homes in Mindat, Chin State, using petrol bombs.

The incident occurred at around 6 pm in the evening, and local residents reported seeing flames and smoke emanating from the affected area.

According to a local resident, "The fire started around 6 pm, and we could see the flames and smoke from a distance. The fire has since been extinguished, and the affected homes have been completely destroyed."

The exact extent of the damage caused by the fire is not yet known.

This incident is not an isolated one, as the 274 Battalion has been responsible for burning down over 70 homes in Mindat since October.

Additionally, the military has also been accused of using heavy artillery and petrol bombs to attack homes in A Nauh Veng, SanPiah Veng, and A Sih Pin Veng, all located in the Mindat area.

The motives behind these attacks are not yet clear, but they have resulted in significant destruction and displacement of local residents.