Information & Public Relations

CADC CEM flags off Vigilance Walkathon, appeals for integrity in public service

KAMALANAGAR, November 6: The Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), Dg. Nirupam Chakma, today called for concerted efforts to make the Council an efficient and corruption-free institution, urging employees, elected representatives and the public to remain vigilant against corruption. He made the appeal while flagging off a Mega Walkathon from the CADC Secretariat, Kamalanagar, organised under the theme “Probity for Prosperity” as part of the observance of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 and the 3-Month Campaign on Preventive Vigilance 2026 (17 August to 16 November).

Addressing participants before the flag-off, the CEM said that CADC was taking part in the nationwide campaign and would carry the message against corruption to all sections of society within its jurisdiction. He noted that the CADC administration implements government programmes and schemes through its 88 Village Councils, and stressed the need to ensure that public services are delivered with integrity.

The CEM urged everyone to work towards making CADC a model Autonomous District Council (ADC) for others to emulate. Achieving this, he noted, would earn the trust of both the Government of India and the Government of Mizoram, encouraging them to entrust the Council with further projects and schemes, as there is huge potential for development in CADC. Public trust, he added, can be earned only through honest and accountable functioning.

He further said that the Council must overcome past shortcomings with a firm commitment to efficiency and an administration free of corruption. He criticised both those who indulge in corruption and those who abet it, calling upon every department and individual to stand against corrupt practices so that CADC does not lag behind in the country’s journey towards Viksit Bharat.

The Chairman of the Organising Committee, Dg. Sadhanand Chakma, pointed out that Vigilance Awareness Week is observed across the country around the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Recalling Patel’s contribution to national integration, he reminded participants of their responsibility to uphold integrity in the service of the nation. The Executive Secretary, Dg. Pronit Bikash Chakma, also spoke briefly on the purpose and significance of the Walkathon.

Dg. Dr. Jyoti Bikash Chakma, President of the Central Young Chakma Association (CYCA), asserted that every employee bears the responsibility of keeping the Council clean of corruption. He urged employees to learn from past experiences, perform their duties sincerely and maintain personal integrity to prevent corruption.

He further said that corruption is not limited to financial misappropriation. Failing to perform assigned duties, remaining absent from office, and showing inefficiency, laziness or negligence at work also amount to corruption on the part of government employees, he added.

Employees and officers of CADC, NGO representatives, political leaders, Village Council leaders from the Kamalanagar town area, and teachers participated in the Walkathon. Participants carried placards reading “Honesty First and Forever”, “Vigilance Is My Duty” and “Service with Honesty and Integrity”. The Integrity Pledge for Citizens was taken by the participants twice, before and after the programme, reaffirming their commitment to honesty, transparency and the fight against corruption.

State Planning Board Vice-Chairman meets CADC CEM, Councillors

KAMALANAGAR, November 5: Pu Dr. Kenneth Chawngliana, Vice-Chairman of the Mizoram State Planning Board, held a meeting with the Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), Dg. Nirupam Chakma, the Chairman, Dg. Kali Kumar Tongchangya, and the Councillors at the CADC Rest House Conference Hall, Kamalanagar, today. The Executive Secretary, Deputy Secretary and heads of departments were also present.

During the meeting, the CEM apprised the Vice-Chairman of the major challenges faced by the Council, particularly the shortage of funds for payment of salaries and poor road connectivity. Despite these financial constraints, he said, the present administration had undertaken road repairs using the Council’s own local receipts, as a result of which vehicular movement has now been restored up to Longpuighat.

The CEM submitted several representations seeking financial assistance for various developmental projects of the Council. These included a request for funds under SASCI to complete the new Secretariat building, which has remained incomplete for more than 12 years. He pointed out that the Council continues to function from its existing Secretariat building, constructed in 1992, which is now in poor condition and inadequate to meet its requirements.

The CEM also requested that three projects proposed by the Council, including two relating to school and education infrastructure and one on fisheries development, with a total outlay of Rs. 2,529.94 lakh, be included in the State’s priority list for funding under Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS). He pointed out that CADC has not received any project under CSS through the State priority list since 2020.

Other proposals included a request for Rs. 2.02 crore under SASCI for the renovation of CADC Rest Houses at Aizawl, Lawngtlai and Kamalanagar, and Rs. 10 crore for the reconstruction of the Rest House at Lunglei, which has been declared unsafe for further use. The CEM impressed upon the Vice-Chairman the importance of Lunglei Rest House, which provides accommodation to a large number of visitors, particularly people from economically weaker sections who travel to the town for medical treatment.

Financial assistance was also sought for furnishing the newly constructed student hostel at Chakma House, Aizawl, to make it operational.

The Vice-Chairman heard the concerns and requests raised by the Council. Addressing the gathering thereafter, he said that the project proposals submitted by the CEM would be looked into, particularly the completion of the Secretariat building, which would be taken up on priority basis. He also expressed his intention to visit Kamalanagar again after the building is completed. Earlier in the day, he had inspected the new Secretariat building and advised the Council to prepare a fresh estimate for completion of the project.

Dg. Kali Kumar Tongchangya, Chairman, offered the vote of thanks on behalf of the Council, expressing gratitude to the Vice-Chairman for visiting Kamalanagar and for his assurance of support.

No. 77/2026-2027

CADC to organise Walkathon for Vigilance Awareness Week

Kamalanagar, 4th November 2026: The Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) will organise a Walkathon on Friday, 6th November 2026, starting at 7:00 AM, to mark Vigilance Awareness Week, 2026, as part of the 3 (three) months campaign on Preventive Vigilance.

The decision was taken at a meeting of all Heads of Departments, CADC, held on 2nd November 2026 in the Office Chamber of the Executive Secretary, Dg. Pronit Bikash Chakma, who presided over the meeting. The meeting was convened in connection with the observance of the 3 (three) months campaign on Preventive Vigilance, as communicated by the DC&MA Department, Government of Mizoram.

The Walkathon will start from the CADC Secretariat, passing through the SDO (C) Office, Chawngte, Chawngte Police Station, CHC Chawngte, Boat Ghat Kamalanagar-III and Bazar Line Traffic Kamalanagar-I to Mahamuni Budha Vihar, Kamalanagar-I. The return to the CADC Secretariat will be via Sadhunivaas, Kamalanagar-I.

Employees of CADC, NGOs, political leaders, Village Council (VC) leaders of the Kamalanagar town area and teachers will participate in the Walkathon. The Hon’ble Chief Executive Member, CADC, Dg. Nirupam Chakma will be invited to flag off the event, and an Integrity Pledge will be taken before and after the programme. All officers and staff of CADC have been directed to take part.

No.76/2026-2027

CEM Nirupam Chakma urges Chakma youth to prioritise education, preserve cultural identity

Aizawl, October 31: Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), Dangu Nirupam Chakma, today urged Chakma youth to make education their top priority and to preserve their cultural identity and heritage. He was speaking as Chief Guest at the 20th Freshers’ Social Meet, which also included the sports prize distribution, organised by the Mizoram Chakma Students’ Union (MCSU), Aizawl Zone, at Vanapa Hall, Aizawl.

Pu H. Lalengmawia, IAS (Retd.), State Chief Information Commissioner, Mizoram, attended as Guest of Honour.

The CEM congratulated MCSU Aizawl Zone on completing twenty editions of the annual event and welcomed the freshers who have recently joined educational institutions in Aizawl.

Education, he said, is not merely about obtaining degrees or securing government jobs, but about building knowledge, character and discipline. He told students that their background should never limit their ambition, whether they come from remote villages or financially modest families. He advised the freshers to stay disciplined, respect their teachers, choose friends wisely and keep away from substance abuse and alcoholism.

Sports build discipline, teamwork and leadership, he said, and he encouraged MCSU to identify and support talented young sportspersons from the community.

Stressing that the community must not forget its roots, the CEM called on the younger generation to take pride in the Chakma language, literature, music, dance and cultural practices. Modernisation, he said, does not mean abandoning cultural heritage. He also encouraged MCSU to promote harmonious relations with other communities of Mizoram.

The CEM said a students’ organisation should go beyond social and sports events to become a centre for leadership training, career guidance and community service. He suggested that MCSU takes up career guidance and coaching for competitive examination, digital literacy and skill development, support for economically weaker students, and awareness on drug abuse and environmental protection.

Stating that the community’s future depends on the quality of education, leadership and human resources developed today, the CEM said that the CADC administration regards education and youth development as important priorities. Community development, he added, cannot rest on the government alone and requires the active participation of students, teachers, parents and civil society organisations. He asked young people not to limit their aspirations to employment, but to become job creators, innovators and entrepreneurs, and to remain responsible citizens of Mizoram and India.

Expressing confidence in the potential of Chakma youth, he called for collective efforts to build a generation that is “educated, skilled, confident, culturally conscious and socially responsible.”

No. 75/2026

Transfer of ICT Cell from GAD to I&PRD

In pursuance of the decision taken in the meeting of the Executive Committee, held on10th & 11th August, 2026, the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Cell, earlier held by the General Administration Department (GAD), is hereby allotted to the Information and Public Relations Department with immediate effect.

All records, files, equipment, and staff of the said Cell shall stand transferred to the Information and Public Relations Department accordingly.

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Notice Inviting Tender for CADC Brick Kiln located at Udalthana-I

The Executive Committees of the Chakma Autonomous District Council is pleased to invite Sealed Tender Notice for public auction to lease out the CADC Brick Kiln, Brick Making Machine and other equipments located at Udalthana-I for a period of 5(five) years with effect from 2026-2027 to 2030-2031. Interested persons are invited to take part in the auction to be held on 17th November, 2026 at 12:00 Noon in the Office chamber of the District Industry Officer, Chakma Autonomous District Council, Kamalanagar, Mizoram.

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CADC holds interaction with State Women & Child Development officials

KAMALANAGAR, October 22, 2026: The Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) on Thursday hosted an interactive session with senior officials of the Women & Child Development Department, Government of Mizoram, and the Mizoram State Commission for Women (MSCW) at the Art & Culture Hall, Kamalanagar, to facilitate direct interaction between the visiting officials and women and other stakeholders in the CADC area.

The meeting was chaired by Dgb. Jyotsna Chakma, District Council Social Welfare Officer, CADC, and attended by Chief Executive Member (CEM) Dg. Nirupam Chakma, Councillors, CADC officers and staff, and representatives of non-governmental organisations (NGOs).

The visiting delegation comprised Pi Zoramthangi Chhangte, Director of the Women & Child Development Department; Pi Flora Lalthanpuii, Deputy Director (Women) and Member Secretary of the MSCW; and Pi Vanlalchhanchhuahi, Circle Officer. CEM Nirupam Chakma felicitated the visiting officials.

Welcoming the delegation, Dgb. Jyotsna Chakma described their maiden visit to Kamalanagar as a “historic occasion” for the CADC area, as it provided an opportunity for local stakeholders to interact directly with senior State government officials responsible for women’s and child development. She expressed hope that the interaction would help identify practical measures to address local concerns.

CEM Dg. Nirupam Chakma said he had directed the concerned CADC officials to organise the programme to facilitate the interaction. He thanked the delegation for visiting Kamalanagar and assured them that the CADC Executive Committee would examine the issues raised during the meeting.

Speaking on her department’s programmes, Pi Zoramthangi Chhangte outlined the major initiatives under Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0, Poshan Abhiyaan, Mission Shakti and Mission Vatsalya. She explained that these programmes cover supplementary nutrition, child growth monitoring, maternal health, women’s empowerment and child protection.

She urged parents and community representatives to ensure that eligible children, pregnant women and lactating mothers were registered on the Poshan Tracker system to access supplementary nutrition through Anganwadi centres. She also emphasised regular attendance at the centres and monthly growth monitoring to identify nutritional deficiencies and promote healthy development.

Pi Chhangte announced that the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, had approved an additional One Stop Centre for the Chawngte area in September 2026. She acknowledged the role of CEM Dg. Nirupam Chakma in this regard, noting that during his tenure as a member of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST), he had recommended the establishment of a One Stop Centre in the Chawngte area in his tour report following his visit.

The Director said the department subsequently referred to his recommendation while pursuing the proposal with the Ministry at a Project Approval Board (PAB) meeting in New Delhi in May 2026. She expressed hope that the necessary funds for the centre would be sanctioned in 2027.

Pi Chhangte also urged the CADC authorities and other concerned stakeholders to submit a proposal for a Shakti Sadan in the Chawngte area for consideration at the next PAB meeting. She explained that a One Stop Centre provides immediate assistance to women affected by violence, while a Shakti Sadan offers longer-term shelter and rehabilitation to women in difficult circumstances who require continued support.

Highlighting the support services available to women and children, she urged the public to use the toll-free Women Helpline 181 and Child Helpline 1098 whenever assistance was required, noting that both services operate round the clock. She also spoke about the PALNA scheme, under which Anganwadi-cum-Crèches provide childcare facilities to support working mothers.

Addressing child protection, Pi Chhangte discussed the legal provisions of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, which defines a child as a female below 18 years of age or a male below 21 years of age. Referring to the relationship between the Act and certain provisions of Chakma Customary Law, she appealed to the CEM to examine the matter and consider appropriate amendments, where necessary, to safeguard children’s rights.

Pi Flora Lalthanpuii outlined the role of the MSCW in protecting women’s rights, hearing complaints and recommending appropriate measures to the government on matters affecting women. She said the Commission conducts hearings twice a month and takes up complaints relating to property rights, divorce and related disputes. It could also take suo motu cognizance of cases involving offences against women, including sexual violence, where necessary.

Encouraging women in the CADC area to approach the Commission whenever their rights were violated or they required assistance, Pi Lalthanpuii noted that the Women Helpline 181 had received only two calls from the Chakma area over the past decade. She suggested that language barriers might be discouraging women from seeking help and urged the community to familiarise themselves with the available support mechanisms.

She also emphasised the need to implement the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, including the requirement to constitute Internal Committees at workplaces covered by the Act.

No. 73/2026-27

CADC Executive Committee approves draft Transfer and Posting Rules for Elementary School Teachers

Kamalanagar, 17 October 2026: The Executive Committee of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), at its 29th meeting held on Thursday, 15 October 2026, approved the draft CADC (Transfer and Posting of Elementary School Teachers) Rules, 2026. The meeting was chaired by Chief Executive Member Dg. Nirupam Chakma at his office chamber. Dg. Kali Kumar Tongchangya, Chairman, CADC attended the meeting as a special invitee.

The Executive Committee considered the investigation report on the issue of illegal industrial activities carried out by M/s Kram Infracon Pvt. Ltd., and decided to issue a show-cause notice to NBCC Ltd., camped at Chhotaguisury-II, directing to stop all ongoing activities of M/s Kram Infracon Pvt. Ltd.

The inquiry report on felling of teak trees and destruction of the CADC teak plantation by Manoj Chakma was also considered. On this matter, the Executive Committee decided to cancel forthwith the unauthorised extension covering an area of 8,775 square metres after following due procedure. The area would be reserved for the Soil and Water Conservation Department, CADC, to be allotted later.

Under the Art and Culture Department, the Executive Committee approved the engagement of 66 Casual Cultural Artists (CCAs) in different categories, out of the proposed 92, by observing proper formalities.

The Executive committee also approved the clearance of outstanding advocate fees amounting to ₹5 lakh relating to five writ petitions: WP(C) No. 43/2025, WP(C) No. 129/2026, WP(C) No. 86/2026, WP(C) No. 109/2026 and WP(C) No. 128/2026. The committee also decided to engage a legal counsel to represent CADC.

Further, an allocation of Rs.2.50 lakh was approved for financial assistance to NGOs under the Social Welfare Department, CADC, and Rs. 2 lakh for the construction of wooden bridges along the Kamalanagar–Longpuighat Road under the Public Works Department (PWD), CADC.

No. 71/2026-27