BEGGAR WOMAN RESCUED AND ADMITTED TO SHELTER HOME

Lamtluang Online News: On 14 December 2024, a beggar woman was admitted to a shelter home in Aizawl, Mizoram, after being found near Assam Rifles gate at Aizawl Dawrpui in a very poor condition.

According to Pi Vanramchhuangi (Ruatfela Nu), a social activist, the woman's condition was alarming, with her body barely covered by her skin, and her overall health appearing severely compromised. Her death in the cold winter would have been a tragic incident, tarnishing the reputation of Mizoram as a Christian state.

The woman was allegedly forced to beg, with taxi drivers dropping her off in the morning and picking her up in the evening. Pi Vanramchhuangi condemned this as a horrific form of exploitation.

Following Pi Vanramchhuangi's intervention, the Director of Women and Child Development (WCD) arranged for the woman's admission to Shakti Sadan, a home for destitute women in Tlangnuam, Aizawl. The woman will receive care and support at the shelter home.

Pi Vanramchhuangi hopes that those responsible for the woman's exploitation will be brought to justice soon.

CHIEF MINISTER PU LALDUHOMA CLOSES INTERNATIONAL PARAGLIDING ACCURACY CHAMPIONSHIP

Lamtluang Online News: The closing ceremony of the International Paragliding Accuracy Championship and Air Sports Festival 2024 was held at Serchhip Zawlpui in Mizoram on 14 December 2024. Chief Minister Pu Lalduhoma was the chief guest, while Tourism Minister Pi Lalrinpuii was the guest of honour.

Chief Minister Pu Lalduhoma praised the participants for their hard work and dedication. He highlighted the importance of the event in promoting adventure tourism in Mizoram and expressed his desire to make Mizoram a hub for adventure tourism.

The championship saw participation from 30 athletes from six countries - India, Korea, Kazakhstan, Spain, Indonesia, and Nepal. The winners of the championship were awarded cash prizes ranging from ₹1,00,000 to ₹2,00,000.

The event was organised by the Mizoram Government in collaboration with the Federation Aeronautique Internationale (FAI) and the Aero Club of India. The championship was held from December 9 to 14, 2024, at Serchhip.

Tourism Minister Pi Lalrinpuii thanked all those involved in making the championship a success, including the Organising Committee, Tourism Department, MASA, FAI, and the people of Serchhip. She also expressed her gratitude to the participants from other countries and invited them to visit Mizoram again.

The winners of the championship were:

-Men's Category: Aman Thapa (Nepal), Yuda Mesa Putra (Indonesia), and Akshay Kumar (India)

-Women's Category: Eun Young Cho (Korea), Disha Fajar Praharini (Indonesia), and Alisha Alisha (India)

-Team Category: Indo David Team (Indonesia and Spain)

- National Category Men's: Akhsay Kumar, Ram Vilas Verma, and Shinde Ram

- National Category Women's: Alisha Alisha and Sophia Biakdingpuii

The closing ceremony was attended by Dr. Lalrozama, IAS, Secretary, Tourism. Pu Paul L. Khuma, Deputy Commissioner, Serchhip, was also present. Additionally, Pu Fari Botol, Meet Director, FAI, and Pu J. Vanlalliana, President, MASA, attended the ceremony. Representatives from Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI), Aero Club of India, and Mizoram Aero Sports Association were also in attendance.

Source: DIPR Mizoram

MIZORAM GOVERNOR HOSTS CHRISTMAS CAROL AT RAJ BHAVAN

Lamtluang Online News: Mizoram Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati and his wife Lady Governor Jayasree Kambhampati hosted a Christmas Carol event at Raj Bhavan in Aizawl on the evening of 13th December 2024.

The event was attended by members of the Aizawl West-I Area Masihi Sangati of Mizoram Presbyterian Church, who presented a beautiful musical performance.

During the event, the Governor and his wife extended their Christmas and New Year greetings to the people of Mizoram.

The Governor also expresses his desire for peace, love, and unity during the upcoming Christmas season.

A total of 32 members of the Aizawl West-I Area Masihi Sangati participated in the musical performance, singing beautiful Christmas carols, hymns, and medleys.

The Governor thanked the participants and presented them with Christmas gifts, creating a joyful and festive atmosphere.

EIGHT SIBLINGS FROM SOUTH KHAWLEK CELEBRATE THEIR LONGEVITY

Lamtluang Online News: Eight siblings from South Khawlek, Lunglei district, have celebrated their remarkable longevity, with the eldest sibling aged 78 and the youngest aged 60. The siblings, who have all been blessed with long life, are the children of Challianthanga (L) and Vanrumi (L), who have both passed away.

The eldest sibling, Kawlrengpuii, is 78 years old, while the youngest, C. Hmingliani, is 60 years old. The siblings are scattered across Aizawl, Buarpui, and South Khawlek, but they all came together to celebrate their remarkable longevity.

The siblings attribute their long life to the blessings of God and are grateful that they have all been able to live long and fulfilling lives. They celebrated their longevity with a family gathering on Monday, December 10, where they gave thanks to God for their blessings.

Here are the names of the eight siblings:

1. Kawlrengpuii (78) w/o H. Thenphunga (Buarpui)

2. Chawngchhuani w/o R Lalbiaksanga (Buarpui)

3. Zoramengi w/o Zoramdinga (S. Khawlek)

4. Kawlthanruma h/o Saihmingthangi (Maubawk, Aizawl)

5. Chalthannguri w/o H Saikunga (S. Khawlek)

6. Vanlalruati w/o Chuauhmingthanga (Salem, Aizawl)

7. Challiankimi w/o C Rothuama (S. Khawlek)

8. C. Hmingliani (60) w/o RK Vanlalliana (Maubawk, Aizawl)

EIGHT SIBLINGS FROM SOUTH KHAWLEK CELEBRATE THEIR LONGEVITY