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CADC CEM holds high level meetings with State Government officials; discusses infrastructure and E-Governance

Kamalanagar, 29 July 2026: The Chief Executive Member (CEM), Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), Dg. Nirupam Chakma, today held a series of meetings with senior Government officials in Aizawl to discuss matters relating to infrastructure development, administrative reforms and expansion of digital public services in the Chakma Autonomous District Council.

In a meeting with Pu David Sapzova, Engineer-in-Chief, Public Works Department (PWD), the CEM discussed road infrastructure development in the CADC. The Engineer-in-Chief informed that ₹5 crore has been allocated for the blacktopping of roads in the Chawngte town. He also informed that a proposed two-lane defence road, which is currently in the pipeline, is expected to pass through the CADC area. He said the project would improve connectivity and promote economic development.

The long-pending proposal for the declaration of Kamalanagar as a Census Town also came up for discussion during a meeting with Pu V. Lalsangliana, IAS, Commissioner & Secretary, Urban Development & Poverty Alleviation Department. The CEM enquired about the status of the proposal and stated that Kamalanagar fulfils the prescribed criteria for declaration as a Census Town. He requested the State Government to expedite the matter in coordination with the Census authorities.

The CEM also met Pu James Lalnunmawia, MCS, Chief Informatics Officer, Information & Communication Technology (ICT), to explore the adoption of e-Office and other e-governance initiatives in the CADC. The requirements and roadmap for implementing a paperless digital office system in the CADC were discussed. In another meeting with Pu Lalduhkima, State Project Manager, CSC e-Governance Services India Limited, the possibility of establishing Common Service Centres (CSCs) to be managed by CADC was discussed. Under the proposal, the CSCs would provide a range of digital public services, including Aadhaar enrolment and updates, PAN card applications, certificate issuance, banking and insurance services, telemedicine, and other citizen services.

CEM calls on Chief Minister; raises development and financial issues

Aizawl, July 28, 2026: The Hon’ble Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), Dg. Nirupam Chakma, today called on the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Mizoram, Pu Lalduhoma, at his office in Aizawl, and discussed a range of development-related proposals as well as the financial constraints being faced by the Council.

CADC CEM calls on Mizoram Chief Minister.

Among the matters discussed was the development plan of the CADC, which had earlier been submitted to His Excellency the Governor of Mizoram. Seeking the State Government’s support for its implementation, the Chief Executive Member requested that the plan be taken up for consideration. In response, the Chief Minister advised that separate concept notes and Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) be prepared for each component and submitted through the proper channel.

The Chief Executive Member also sought fund provision under SASCI for completion of the new CADC Secretariat building, which was constructed under the 13th Finance Commission Award. The project has remained incomplete for the past 12 years owing to the lapse of the final instalment of funds. On the matter, the Chief Minister advised that a detailed estimate be prepared for the remaining work and submitted to the concerned department.

The Chief Executive Member further requested for fund provision for furnishing the students’ hostel constructed in Aizawl so that it could be commissioned soon. He also requested for the inclusion of two school infrastructure projects and one fish pond development project in the State’s priority list, as these proposals are already under consideration by the State Government.

The issue of CADC’s financial position was also raised during the discussion. The Chief Executive Member informed the Chief Minister that the Council had faced a financial shortfall of ₹63 crore during the financial year 2025–2026, resulting in the non-payment of salaries and pensions for four and a half months to the employees and pensioners. He requested the State Government to provide additional fund to clear the pending salaries.

Health Minister assures support for healthcare in CADC

Aizawl, July 27, 2026: The Hon’ble Minister, i/c Health & Family Welfare, Social Welfare, and Women & Child Development, Government of Mizoram, Pi Lalrinpuii, has assured to consider several proposals put forward by the Hon’ble Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), Dg. Nirupam Chakma, to strengthen healthcare services in the CADC area, during a meeting with the Minister at her office in Aizawl today.

Dg. Nirupam Chakma, Hon'ble CEM, CADC with Pi Lalrinpuii, Hon'ble Health Minister, Govt. of Mizoram

The Hon’ble CEM thanked the Minister for the recent deployment of two MBBS doctors, one each at Borapansury PHC and Longpuighat PHC. He also requested that the Chawngte CHC at Kamalanagar be upgraded into a District Hospital. In response, the Minister said the CHC could be considered for upgradation to a 50-bedded Sub-Divisional Hospital.

The Minister further said that she plans to visit the Chawngte CHC and the PHCs at Borapansury and Longpuighat after the rainy season. She asked the CEM, along with CADC Chairman Kali Kumar Tongchangya, to visit the two PHCs in the meantime and assess their condition.

The CEM apprised the Minister of the transfer of the Ophthalmic Assistant from Chawngte CHC and requested that a replacement be posted.

The Minister also assured that the deployment of a Mobile Medical Unit for the CADC area would be looked into and that two ambulances, one each for Borapansury PHC and Longpuighat PHC, would also be considered.

CEM, CADC submits development plan and representations to Governor

Aizawl, July 27, 2026: The Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), Dg. Nirupam Chakma, today called on the Governor of Mizoram, His Excellency General (Dr.) Vijay Kumar Singh, PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd.), at Lok Bhavan to discuss the Council’s long-term development strategy and several issues requiring the attention of the State Government.

During the meeting, the CEM presented an outline of a development plan, including policy measures to streamline the administration of the CADC. The plan was prepared based on proposals received from all departments of the CADC. The Governor, while going through each and every item, appreciated the initiative and offered several suggestions. He advised the Council to incorporate the suggestions and give the plan its final shape.

Among other things, the CEM also apprised the Governor of the new CADC Secretariat building, which was taken up with funding under the 13th Finance Commission but has remained incomplete for more than a decade. The Governor advised that a detailed presentation be submitted so that he could pursue financial assistance under an appropriate Centrally Sponsored Scheme for its completion.

The issue of unpaid salaries of CADC employees for the past four and a half months also came up during the discussion. The Governor informed the CEM that he had already taken up the matter with the Chief Minister of Mizoram and had advised that appropriate measures be taken to resolve the issue.
The Governor further advised the CADC to identify a suitable plot of land for the establishment of a Central School within the CADC area.

The CEM also submitted a representation expressing concern over the prolonged delay in granting assent to several Rules passed by the Chakma Autonomous District Council since 2016. He requested the Governor to look into the matter, particularly the Town Planning Committees Rules, 2025, which are awaiting assent.

CEM, CADC meets Chief Secretary and Finance Commissioner on CSS projects and pending salaries

Aizawl, July 24, 2026: The Chief Executive Member (CEM), Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), today called on the Chief Secretary to the Government of Mizoram, Shri Khilli Ram Meena, IAS, and sought his intervention for inclusion of the project proposals submitted by the Council under various Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS) in the final list of project proposals submitted by the state.

During the discussion, the CEM raised the issue of low allocation of Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) projects to the Autonomous District Councils (ADCs). He pointed out that the existing scheme guidelines do not provide for any special treatment to enable the ADCs to prepare their own development plans and propose projects for their respective areas.

The Chief Secretary, while acknowledging the issue, stated that the existing administrative structure has also contributed to the present situation. He further explained that, under the existing guidelines governing Centrally Sponsored Schemes, development planning and project formulation are intended to be undertaken at the district level. He added that, to address this issue, the Study Group constituted by His Excellency the Governor of Mizoram to examine the personnel structure of the three Autonomous District Councils had recommended treating the ADCs as districts for development planning to enable them to prepare their own development plans and propose projects for their respective areas.

The CEM also met the Finance Commissioner to the Government of Mizoram, Pu Vanlaldina Fanai, ICAS, and discussed the pending salaries for four and a half months pertaining to the previous financial year.

CADC Pensioners’ Association calls on CEM over pending pension

Kamalanagar, 14 July, 2026: A six-member delegation of the Chakma District Council Pensioners’ Association, headed by its President, Shri Hriday Chakma, called on Shri Nirupam Chakma, Hon’ble Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), today at his office chamber in the CADC Secretariat, Kamalanagar.

During the meeting, the delegation brought to the notice of the Hon’ble CEM that the pensioners have not received their monthly pension for four months, from December 2025 to March 2026. The Association requested the Hon’ble CEM to take necessary steps for the early release of the pending pension.

Responding to the issues raised by the delegation, the Hon’ble CEM acknowledged their concerns and stated that the matter would be looked into and that appropriate steps would be taken.

Shri Nirupam Chakma proves majority in Floor Test, secures confidence of the House

Shri Nirupam Chakma proves majority in Floor Test, secures confidence of the House

Kamalanagar, 9 July, 2026: Shri Nirupam Chakma, Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), today successfully proved his majority on the floor of the House by securing the confidence of the District Council during the floor test held at the Council’s Session Hall.

The confidence motion was put to vote under the chairmanship of Deputy Chairman Shri Sundor Muni Chakma. The motion received 18 votes in favour while one member, Shri Rasik Mohan Chakma, belonging to the Mizo National Front (MNF), remained absent from the sitting. Following the counting of votes, the Deputy Chairman declared Shri Nirupam Chakma as having proved his majority on the floor of the House.

Shri Nirupam Chakma was appointed Chief Executive Member by the Hon’ble Governor of Mizoram on 3 July, 2026, after being elected Leader of the Chakma Democratic Alliance Legislature Party, a coalition between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM). As required under the Governor’s order, he had to prove his majority on the floor of the District Council within seven days of his appointment.

The 20-member District Council presently comprises 10 Members of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), 9 Members of the Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM), and 1 Member of the Mizo National Front (MNF).

Addressing the House after the floor test, Shri Nirupam Chakma thanked the Members of the District Council for reposing confidence in his leadership and expressed his gratitude to the Hon’ble Governor of Mizoram. He said that with the end of one year of Governor’s Rule and the return of an elected government, the remaining members in the Executive Committee would be appointed so that the Council could function effectively in accordance with the provisions of the Sixth Schedule to the Constitution.

The Chief Executive Member said the new coalition Executive Committee would work with dedication for the welfare and development of the people of the Chakma Autonomous District Council. He identified improvement of road connectivity, school infrastructure, drinking water supply and healthcare services as main priorities. He said creating employment opportunities for the youth and harnessing their talents would be among the Government’s foremost priorities. He also emphasized the need to work in close coordination with the State and Central Governments to address the developmental needs of the CADC and expressed hope that the Council would contribute meaningfully to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

Senior Member of the House, Shri Kali Kumar Tongchangya, also addressed the House. He expressed confidence in the leadership of Shri Nirupam Chakma and said the coalition government will have an opportunity to work closely with both the State and Central Governments for the development of the Chakma Autonomous District Council. He called upon all Members to work collectively in the interest of the Council and its people.

Other members including Shri Doymoy Daveng, Shri Mohan Chakma and Shri Lakkhan Chakma also addressed the house, all of whom have expressed their full confidence in the leadership of the Chief Executive Member and house leader Shri Nirupam Chakma.

Shri Nirupam Chakma sworn in as Chief Executive Member of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council

Kamalanagar, 8 July, 2026: Shri Nirupam Chakma was sworn-in today as the Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) at the CADC Arts & Culture Hall, Kamalanagar. The oath of office and secrecy was administered by the Deputy Commissioner of Lawngtlai, Pu Donny Lalruatsanga, MCS.

The swearing-in ceremony was attended by Hon’ble Minister for District Council & Minority Affairs, Government of Mizoram, Pu C. Lalsawivunga; Shri Debesh Kumar, State Prabhari, BJP Mizoram; sitting Members of the Chakma Autonomous District Council; senior officers of the Government of Mizoram and the Chakma Autonomous District Council; former elected representatives; representatives of political parties; and other invited dignitaries. A large gathering of officials, employees and members of the public also witnessed the ceremony.

Shri Nirupam Chakma was appointed as the Chief Executive Member of the Chakma Autonomous District Council by the Hon’ble Governor of Mizoram on 3 July, 2026. In accordance with the conditions of his appointment, he is required to prove his majority on the floor of the District Council within seven days from the date of his appointment. A floor test (vote of confidence) is scheduled to be taken up on 9 July, 2026.

Shri Nirupam Chakma was elected as a Member of District Council (MDC) from the 6-Kamalanagar South MDC Constituency in 2023. He had earlier served as a Member of the Mizoram Legislative Assembly and as Minister of State in the Government of Mizoram from 1989 to 1998, during which he held several important portfolios. In 2024, he was appointed by the Hon’ble President of India as a Member of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST).

In his address after taking the oath, Shri Nirupam Chakma described the occasion as the beginning of a new chapter for the Chakma Autonomous District Council. He said his Executive Committee would work with transparency, accountability and dedication, while giving priority to improving infrastructure, education, healthcare, agriculture, employment generation and public service delivery. He also called upon elected representatives, Government officials, civil society organisations and the people to work together for the progress and development of the Council area.

Congratulating Shri Nirupam Chakma on assuming office, Hon’ble Minister Pu C. Lalsawivunga expressed confidence that the new Executive Committee under his leadership would provide stable and people-oriented governance. He said the Government of Mizoram has continued to strengthen the Autonomous District Councils through increased financial support and administrative reforms. Referring to the State Budget, he noted that the Budget Estimates for the Chakma Autonomous District Council had increased from ₹14,181.45 lakh in 2023–24 to ₹16,939.80 lakh in 2026–27. He also highlighted the constitution of the Group/Cadre Review Committee in 2024 under the Chairmanship of the Chief Secretary to review the administrative set-up of the Autonomous District Councils and recommend improvements to recruitment rules, service rules and administrative functioning. The Hon’ble Minister further informed that the State Government has submitted a proposal to the Government of India to facilitate direct funding for the Autonomous District Councils and enable the application of the anti-defection law. He urged the new Executive Committee to maintain financial discipline, use public resources judiciously and work with sincerity and dedication for the welfare of the people. He assured the Council of the continued support and cooperation of the Government of Mizoram in its development efforts.

With Shri Nirupam Chakma assuming office as Chief Executive Member, the Governor’s Rule in the Chakma Autonomous District Council, which had been in force since 7 July, 2025 and was subsequently extended on 7 January, 2026, stands withdrawn in accordance with the orders of the Hon’ble Governor of Mizoram.

Dg. Nirupam Chakma appointed as CEM, CADC

Shri Nirupam Chakma has been appointed as Chief Executive Member of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council w.e.f. 03.07.2026 under Rule 22(3) of the CADC Rules, 2002.He shall be required to prove his majority on the floor of the Council within 7 days.Governor’s Rule in CADC shall stand withdrawn from the date he assumes office.

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Training and sensitisation programme on filling-up of SIR Enumeration Forms conducted at Kamalanagar

Kamalanagar, 9 June, 2026: A training and sensitisation programme on the filling-up of Enumeration Forms in connection with the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR)-2026 was conducted today at the Conference Hall of the Chakma Autonomous District Council, Kamalanagar. The programme was chaired by Shri Pronit Bikash Chakma, Executive Secretary, CADC.

The programme was organised in compliance with a communication received from the District Election Officer, Lawngtlai, with the objective of familiarising Gazetted Officers of CADC with the procedures and requirements relating to the filling-up of Enumeration Forms under SIR-2026.

All Gazetted Officers under CADC attended the programme. During the session, the resource persons, namely, Shri Kulendra Bikash Chakma, Information & Public Relations Officer, CADC and Assistant Nodal Officer; Shri Samar Bijoy Chakma, Assistant; Shri Vanlalkima, LDC; and H. Lalhmingtluangi, LDC from the SDO Office, Chawngte explained the purpose of the Special Intensive Revision exercise, the importance of accurate and timely submission of Enumeration Forms, and the procedures to be followed while filling up the forms.

The participants were also provided with an opportunity to seek clarifications on issues relating to the revision process.