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CADC Celebrates 80th Independence Day

Kamalanagar, 15 August 2026: The 80th Independence Day of India was celebrated across the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) today, with Independence Day programmes held at the CADC Secretariat Complex, Kamalanagar, and various other locations across the Council. At the CADC Secretariat Complex, Dg. Nirupam Chakma, Honโ€™ble Chief Executive Member (CEM), CADC, hoisted the National Flag as the Chief Guest.

Dg. Kali Kumar Tongchangya, Chairman, CADC, Executive Members, Members of District Council, former Councillors, other dignitaries, invited guests, senior officers and staff of CADC were present on the occasion.

Addressing the gathering, the CEM paid tribute to the freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for the countryโ€™s independence and acknowledged the contribution of soldiers, security personnel, farmers, workers, scientists, teachers and citizens in strengthening the nation.

Speaking on the role of the Sixth Schedule and the CADC, Dg. Nirupam Chakma said that the Council, along with its elected representatives, has a responsibility to function with integrity, transparency and accountability and to maintain a clear development vision.

He said that CADCโ€™s development priorities should include better roads and communication, healthcare, quality education, employment opportunities, irrigation, drinking water, electricity, digital connectivity and stronger livelihood opportunities. He called for greater productivity and market orientation in agriculture and promotion of horticulture, fisheries, livestock, handloom, handicrafts, food processing, bamboo-based industries and other local enterprises.

The CEM also stressed the need to provide greater opportunities for young people through skill development, vocational education, ITI-level training, entrepreneurship and modern technology. He said that strengthening schools and educational institutions was essential for the future development of CADC.

Referring to the preservation of Chakma identity, he said that development and preservation of cultural heritage must go together. He called for the protection of the Chakma language, literature, music, dance, traditional knowledge, arts, crafts and Buddhist cultural traditions while also embracing modern education, technology and innovation.

On grassroots development, Dg. Nirupam Chakma described the Village Councils as the foundation of grassroots democracy in CADC and said that they need greater capacity and better planning for transparent implementation of development programmes. He said development should reach every village and include village-level infrastructure, livelihoods, drinking water, sanitation, roads, community assets and economic opportunities.

In this connection, the CEM also announced that the Executive Committee in its meeting, decided to allow the existing nominated members of Village Councils to complete the residual period of their respective terms. He described the decision as a special gesture on the occasion of Independence Day.

Addressing the youth, the CEM encouraged them to acquire skills, learn new technologies, explore entrepreneurship and remain open to emerging opportunities in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital technology, modern agriculture, renewable energy, tourism and new forms of enterprise.

He also called for greater opportunities for women in education, entrepreneurship, agriculture, self-help groups, handicrafts, food processing and public leadership, stating that women must be equal partners in the development of society.

On governance, he said that public money belongs to the people and must be used honestly and efficiently for development. He called for transparency, accountability, efficiency and discipline in administration and said that political differences should not become an obstacle to development.

Referring to the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, the CEM said that CADC should also have a clear vision for its contribution to the development of India. He spoke of the aspiration for a Viksit CADC with quality education, better connectivity, accessible healthcare, productive agriculture, skilled youth, empowered women, vibrant local enterprises, sustainable villages, stronger tourism and cultural industries, and transparent and responsive governance.

On the occasion, he called upon the people to work together for a peaceful, prosperous and progressive CADC, empower the youth, strengthen villages, protect culture and the environment, ensure transparent and accountable governance, and contribute to the making of Viksit Bharat by 2047.

Independence Day was also celebrated at various locations across CADC, with elected leaders of the Council attending the celebrations as Chief Guests. Dg. Molin Kumar Chakma, Adviser to the CEM, hoisted the National Flag at Parva; Dg. Lakkhan Chakma, Executive Member, at Bajeisora High School; Dg. Supreme Raj Chakma, Executive Member, at KMM Comprehensive Middle School, Kamalanagar-III; Dg. Doymoy Daveng Chakma, Executive Member, at Public School, Kamalanagar; and Dg. Sanjib Chakma, Member of District Council, at the YCA playground, Borapansury-II.

CEM directs development of Central Nursery Farm at Sadarasora

Kamalanagar, 14 August, 2026: The Honโ€™ble Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), Dg. Nirupam Chakma, during an inspection visit to the Central Nursery Farm at Sadarasora, today directed the concerned department to take up measures for improving the nurseryโ€™s infrastructure, management and facilities for visitors.

The CEM was accompanied by Chairman, CADC, Dg. Kali Kumar Tongchangya; Deputy Chairman, Dg. Sundor Muni Chakma; Dg. Mohan Chakma, MDC, Dg. Durjya Dhan Chakma, former CEM, CADC, and District Council Conservator of Forests (DCCF), CADC, Dg. Nilo Ranjan Chakma; and others.

During the inspection, the CEM directed the construction of a dedicated water reservoir within the nursery premises. He also directed that sitting areas be provided and the existing waiting sheds be electrified for the convenience of visitors.

He further directed that informative signboards be installed for the species maintained at the nursery, displaying their local, common and scientific names. The nursery beds are also to be systematically numbered and classified according to species to facilitate proper management and maintenance of records.

The CEM also directed the department to put in place a standard rate structure for different species to facilitate nursery sales and revenue collection. He further advised that the nursery maintain a diverse range of species, with priority given to native species.

According to the District Council Conservator of Forests, the Central Nursery Farm, Sadarasora, presently has approximately 30,000 saplings in stock, after supplying saplings to various organisations. Major species available at the nursery include Nageswar (Mesua ferrea), Agar (Aquilaria malaccensis), Ottel (Terminalia chebula), Arjun (Terminalia arjuna), Mahogany (Swietenia mahagoni), Bokul (Mimusops elengi), Debdaru (Cedrus deodara), Osweng (Bischofia javanica), Mango (Mangifera indica), Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus), Garjan (Dipterocarpus turbinatus) and Samani (Artocarpus chama), besides Sorbet and Khujumgulo.

CADC Executive Committee takes decisions on 36 agenda items

Kamalanagar, 12 August 2026: A meeting of the Executive Committee of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) was held from 10th to 11th August 2026 at the CADC Conference Hall, Kamalanagar. The following agenda items were discussed and decided as indicated below:

  1. Proposal for amendment of Rule 23 of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CCB etc.) Rules, 2002. (Department: GAD)
    Approved.ย ย ย ย ย ย 

  2. Proposal for issuance of No Objection Certificates to CADC employees for working in volunteer organisations. (Department: GAD)
    Approved.

  3. Proposal for extension of service of employees engaged on Fixed/MR basis for a further period of six months. (Department: GAD)
    Approved.

  4. Proposal for engagement/filling up of vacant sanctioned posts under the Information & Public Relations Department. (Department: I&PR)
    Approved. Due procedure shall be observed.

  5. Allocation of Information & Communication Technology (I&CT) subject under the Information & Public Relations Department, CADC, and adoption of State Recruitment Rules. (Department: I&PR)
    The I&CT subject shall be allocated to the I&PR Department as per the provisions of the CADC (Allocation of Business) Rules, 2009.

  6. Proposal for implementation of the Price Output Scheme and exemption from Mandi Tax/Levy for Arhar, Sesame and Sunflower during Kharif 2026. (Department: Agriculture & Farmer Welfare)
    Approved.

  7. Proposal for financial implementation. (Department: Co-operation)
    Approved as follows:
    (i) Recurring expenditure shall be met out of local receipts.
    (ii) Project proposals shall be prepared for the proposed works for funding.

  8. Proposal for implementation of a Pilot Literacy Programme in 10 Village Councils under CADC during the financial year 2026-27. (Department: Adult Education)
    Approved in principle for implementation of the literacy programme in all villages under CADC.

  9. Proposal for creation of a new Village Council by carving out the existing Borapansury-II Village Council. (Department: LAD)
    Deferred for further study.

  10. Proposal for imposition of taxes on the sale of meat and other items within CADC. (Department: LAD)
    The notification issued in 2017 shall continue to remain in force. Arhar, Sesame and Sunflower seeds shall, however, be excluded from the list.

  11. Proposal for payment of honorarium to CSS Hindi Teachers engaged for special teaching assignment at Parva-II UPS. (Department: Middle School Education)
    Approved.

  12. Departmental proposal for the District Council Social Welfare Department, CADC. (Department: Social Welfare)
    Approved as follows:
    (i) Sanction of funds for 300 additional eligible old-age pensioners.
    (ii) Provision of โ‚น3 lakh for physically handicapped, destitute and motherless babies.
    (iii) Provision of โ‚น10 lakh as financial assistance to NGOs.

  13. Proposal for approval of Guidelines for implementation of the CADC (Money Lending and Control) Regulation, 2016. (Department: Finance & Accounts)
    Not approved. A committee shall be constituted to draft regulations under Regulation 23 of the said Regulation.

  14. Proposal for stoppage of family pension of nine beneficiaries found ineligible under the CADC (Salary, Allowances and Pensions of Members) Rules, 2003. (Department: Finance & Accounts)
    A general circular shall be issued for surrender of Pension Payment Orders in cases of ineligible pension.

  15. Brief report and agenda note in respect of the Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department. (Department: Environment, Forest and Climate Change)
    Deferred.

  16. Proposal for holding a common examination for Classes III, V, VI and VII under the Primary and Middle School Education Departments. (Department: Middle School Education)
    Approved as follows:
    (i) Private schools within CADC shall be exempted for the academic session 2026.
    (ii) All schools managed by CADC, including private schools within CADC, shall follow the common examination system from the next academic session, i.e. 2027.

  17. Proposal in respect of the Sports & Youth Services Department. (Department: Sports & Youth Services)
    โ‚น20 lakh shall be allocated for sports infrastructure development during 2026-27. The remaining items were deferred.

  18. Proposal for procurement of office equipment, provision of departmental laptops, allocation of inspection funds and establishment of Education Circle Offices to strengthen educational administration. (Department: Middle School Education)
    Approved in principle. The detailed financial implications of the proposed items shall be reviewed for consideration.

  19. Memorandum submitted by the Kamalanagar Private School Association (KPSA). (Department: Middle School Education)
    Approved for the current academic session.

  20. Proposal for strengthening the Primary School Education Department and improving elementary education in CADC. (Department: Primary School Education)
    The proposal for posting Education Officers and Assistant Education Officers from among the existing officers of CADC was approved. The remaining items were deferred.

  21. Draft CADC Land & Revenue Act, 2024. (Department: Land Revenue & Settlement)
    A committee shall be constituted to scrutinise the draft Act.

  22. Proposal for launching a recording software application. (Department: Land Revenue & Settlement)
    Approved.

  23. Proposal for purchase of a high-capacity power generator. (Department: Land Revenue & Settlement)
    Approved.

  24. Proposal for upgradation of Parva Revenue Circle to a Revenue Division. (Department: Land Revenue & Settlement)
    Approved.

  25. Proposal for posting of officials. (Department: Land Revenue & Settlement)
    Deferred.

  26. Proposal for sanction of funds for implementation of SVAMITVA in CADC. (Department: Land Revenue & Settlement)
    Approved.

  27. Proposal regarding execution of agreement, categorisation of land, listing of all land passes and levy of taxes for delay or non-payment of revenue taxes. (Department: Land Revenue & Settlement)
    An agreement shall be entered into between the seller and buyer, duly signed on a Non-Judicial Stamp Paper, for transfer of ownership of land.

Additional Agenda

  1. Proposal for payment of pension to retired CADC employees from the CADC Pension Fund. (Department: Finance & Accounts)
    Approved for release of one monthโ€™s pension to retired CADC employees, subject to availability of funds.

  2. Proposal for empowering rural communities through sustainable sericulture. (Department: Sericulture)
    Approved for attachment of one Grade-IV employee at the CADC Sericulture Farm.

  3. Proposal for development of sericulture. (Department: Sericulture)
    Approved for allocation of โ‚น50,000 under the Sericulture Department.

  4. Proposal for development works under the Urban Development & Poverty Alleviation Department. (Department: Urban Development & Poverty Alleviation)
    Decided as follows:
    (i) The CADC Children Park shall be located at Kamalanagar-I and placed under the management and control of the UD&PA Department.
    (ii) A team shall be constituted to conduct a survey of urban poverty.

  5. Proposal for repair and jungle clearance of the Brick Kiln at Udalthana. (Department: Industry)
    A notification for public auction shall be issued for leasing out the CADC Brick Kiln.

  6. Proposal regarding Duichuani Factory and its machineries. (Department: Industry)
    It was decided to change the name of Duichuani Factory to Mineral Water Bottling Plant. A Detailed Project Report (DPR) shall be prepared.

  7. Proposal for vertical extension of the Agriculture Store Room for the office of the District Council Court. (Department: Law & Judicial)
    PWD, CADC shall prepare the plan and estimate for the vertical extension with Assam-type brick wall up to skirting level.

  8. Proposals for amendment of the CADC (CCB etc.) Rules, 2002; CADC (Salaries & Allowances of CEM, EMs) Rules, 2003; CADC (Salaries, Allowances and Pension of Members) Rules, 2003; and CADC (Salaries & Allowances of Chairman, Deputy Chairman and Deputy Chief Whip) Rules, 2003. (Department: GAD)
    Approved.

  9. Proposal for availing HUDCO loan of โ‚น30 crore under the 8th Phase (Fresh) during 2026-27. (Department: Finance & Accounts)
    Approved. The Finance & Accounts Department is advised to initiate action for availing the loan under the 8th Phase in respect of CADC employees from HUDCO during 2026.

CADC Executive Members Sworn In

Kamalanagar, 5 August 2026: Eight newly appointed Executive Members of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) took the Oath of Affirmation of Office today at the CADC Art & Culture Hall, Kamalanagar. The oath was administered by Pu Lalnunpuia Renthlei, MCS, Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil), Chawngte, who had been delegated for the purpose by the Deputy Commissioner, Lawngtlai District.

The Executive Members were appointed by the Governor of Mizoram on the recommendation of the Chief Executive Member, Chakma Autonomous District Council, with effect from 30 July 2026. With the swearing-in of the eight Executive Members, the Executive Committee of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council has been constituted in full.

The following elected Members of District Council took the Oath of Affirmation of Office as Executive Members:

  1. Shri Ajoy Kumar Chakma, MDC, 8-Udalthana
  2. Shri Doymoy Daveng Chakma, MDC, 15-Rengkashya
  3. Shri Supreme Raj Chakma, MDC, 3-Chhotapansury
  4. Shri Montu Chakma, MDC, 19-Devasora South
  5. Shri Ananta Bikash Chakma, MDC, 14-Longpuighat
  6. Shri Santosh Chakma, MDC, 11-Ajasora
  7. Shri Dinesh Moy Chakma, MDC, 7-Kamalanagar West
  8. Shri Lakkhan Chakma, MDC, 17-Jaruldubasora

The ceremony was attended by the Hon’ble Chief Executive Member, the Chairman of the Chakma Autonomous District Council, Members of District Council, former Councillors, senior officers of the Council and other invited guests.

Speaking at the gathering, Honโ€™ble Chief Executive Member (CEM), Dg. Nirupam Chakma, congratulated the newly sworn-in Executive Members and called upon them to discharge their responsibilities without fear or favour in accordance with the Constitution of India. He also expressed his gratitude to the Hon’ble Governor of Mizoram, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Mizoram and the Honโ€™ble Minister for District Council & Minority Affairs for appointing the Executive Members on his recommendation.

He said that although only about one and a half years remained in the tenure of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council, there was still scope to achieve meaningful progress if there was the will to work. He said that the past differences should be set aside and that it was time to begin a new chapter in the interest of the Council and its people. Referring to the priorities of the new Executive Committee, he said that its foremost responsibility would be to take forward the implementation of the CADC Development Plan which was submitted to His Excellency the Governor of Mizoram recently.

Notification: Allocation of Portfolios among the Executive Members of CADC

In exercise of the powers conferred under Rule 30 of Chakma Autonomous District Council (Constitution, Conduct of Business etc.) Rules, 2002 and as amended from time to time read with rule 4 of CADC (Allocation of Business) Rules, 2009, the Chief Executive Member, Chakma Autonomous District Council is pleased to allocate portfolios among the members of the Executive Committee of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council as shown below with immediate effect.

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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 โ‚น5 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, 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.

Hon’ble CEM takes up development projects and administrative matters with State government

๐‘ฒ๐’‚๐’Ž๐’‚๐’๐’‚๐’๐’‚๐’ˆ๐’‚๐’“, ๐‘ฑ๐’–๐’๐’š 23, 2026: The Hon’ble Chief Executive Member (CEM), Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), Dg. Nirupam Chakma, called on Dr. Kenneth Chawngliana, Vice-Chairman, Mizoram State Planning Board, in Aizawl today and discussed a number of development projects of the Council along with other development-related issues.

Hon'ble CEM met Pu Kenneth Chawngliana, Vice-Chairman, Mizoram State Planning Board
Hon'ble CEM met Pu Kenneth Chawngliana, Vice-Chairman, Mizoram State Planning Board

The CEM requested that the proposals for Improvement of Education Infrastructure in CADC (Rs.499.87 lakh) under the North Eastern Council (NEC), Development of School Infrastructure in CADC (Rs.1,583.064 lakh) under the North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme (NESIDS), and Development of Fish Farms with Fishery-Based Integrated System (Rs.447.00 lakh) under NEC be retained in the State priority list. He informed Dr. Chawngliana that officers of the concerned departments had recently presented these proposals before the Planning & Programme Implementation Department, Government of Mizoram. Dr. Chawngliana assured the CEM that he would take up the matter with the Hon’ble Chief Minister.

The CEM also submitted a proposal titled โ€œIndustry 4.0 Based 3D Dental Solutionsโ€ for consideration under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER). He sought his help for early approval of the project proposal already submitted for furnishing the CADC Studentsโ€™ Hostel at Aizawl, constructed under the Non-Lapsable Central Pool of Resources (NLCPR), to enable the hostel to be made functional. The need for early completion of the partially completed CADC Secretariat Building, whose final instalment under the 13th Finance Commission had lapsed, was also discussed.

Hon'ble CEM met Pu C. Lalsawivunga, Hon'ble Minister i/c DCMA
Hon'ble CEM met Pi Maria C.T. Zuali, IAS, Secretary, DCMA

Later, the CEM met Pu C. Lalsawivunga, Minister i/c, Department of District Council & Minority Affairs (DC&MA), and senior officials of the department to discuss various administrative matters of CADC. The matter of a number of bills passed by CADC since 2016 that are pending with the Mizoram Government for assent was raised for disposal at the earliest. The recommendations for appointment of all the eight Executive Members were also submitted to the Secretary, DCMA, Pi Maria C.T. Zuali, IAS, for onward processing for approval by His Excellency the Governor of Mizoram.