Kamalanagar, August 16, 2023: The first sitting of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council’s Monsoon Session took place today, marked by the active participation of 18 council members. During the question hour of today’s session, a total of seven unstarred questions and two starred questions were addressed. Dg. Nirupam Chakma, MDC, CADC, raised five unstarred questions, while Dg. Doymoy Daveng Chakma, MDC, CADC, posed two unstarred and two starred questions.
Three important Amendment Bills were introduced by the Chief Executive Member and leader of the house. The Bills presented were: (1). The Chakma Autonomous District Council (Salaries and Allowances of Chief Executive Member and Executive Members) (Second Amendment) Bill, 2023. (2.) The Chakma Autonomous District Council (Salaries and Allowances of Chairman and Deputy Chairman) (Second Amendment Bill), 2023 and (3.) The Chakma Autonomous District Council (Salaries, Allowances and Pension of Members) (Third Amendment Bill), 2023.
The Chief Executive Member explained the rationale behind these proposed amendments, highlighting their necessity and benefits and sought the valuable opinions of the members and their support for the proposed Bills. All the three amendment bills were passed unanimously through a voice vote.
With the successful transaction of the day’s list of business, the session was adjourned. The upcoming sitting is scheduled for August 17, 2023.
Kamalanagar, August 15, 2023: The 77th Independence Day of India was celebrated with great fervor and patriotism at Kamalanagar today. Dg. Rasik Mohan Chakma, the Hon’ble Chief Executive Member of the Chakma Autonomous District Council, graced the ceremonial event held at the Kamalanagar playground as the Chief Guest and did the honour of unfurling the national flag to the chorus of the national anthem sung by students of the Duloram Public Higher Secondary School, Kamalanagar. The celebration which drew a massive crowd of spectators was attended by Pu Lalneihthanga Colney, Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil), Members of District Councils, officials from both State and CADC government bodies, heads of institutions in Kamalanagar, and a host of other dignitaries.
This year’s celebration showcased the participation of 10 parade contingents in a spirited march past. The Chief Guest, Dg. Rasik Mohan Chakma conducted the ceremonial inspection of the parade contingents. Baptist Boarding School has been adjudged the best performing contingent. The P.C. Higher Secondary School, Chawngte-P, secured the second position, while the girls’ unit NCC cadets from Government Kamalanagar College secured the third place. The event was further enriched by captivating performances, including songs and cultural dances by the Chakma Mahila Samiti, Chawngte-P Branch YMA, Chawngte-L Branch YMA, and the Art and Culture Department of CADC. Final matches of the Independence Day Football tournament were played. In the women’s football match between Chawngte-P women’s football team and Govt. Kamalanagar College, the Chawngte P women team emerged victorious, while in the men’s football final match, Megchaga FC claimed victory over Bajeisora FC.
During his address, Chief Guest Dg. Rasik Mohan Chakma underscored the works and achievements of various departments of CADC during 2022-2023, including key initiatives that are set to transform the region’s infrastructure and quality of life of the people.
Highlighting the ongoing efforts in education, he shared that the construction of 10 school buildings across different locations in the CADC with funding support from the North Eastern Council (NEC), have reached 79.74% completion. He expressed hope that the completion of these school buildings will uplift the educational landscape of the region.
On the pressing issue of water supply, the Hon’ble Chief Executive Member noted significant developments in this domain stating that Chawngte Rural Water Supply Scheme under NABARD RIDFT and Jal Jeevan Mission are making substantial progress and are expected to be operational by December 2023. Once completed, these projects will ensure regular water supply, replacing the current irregular intervals of 2-3 months.
A significant announcement was made during his speech – plans to establish a Chakma students’ hostel in Kolkata. Dg. Rasik Mohan Chakma highlighted the groundwork that has already been laid out during his recent visit to Kolkata and construction will be started on a 10 katha (about 2675 sq. metre) of land as soon as paper works and documentation is finalized. He expressed the hope that this initiative would provide a much-needed solution for students and patients traveling to the city for education and medical treatment. The Hon’ble CEM also the honoured the winners of the various categories of the Independence Day tournament organized by the Chawngte Badminton Club by distributing prizes.
Amidst the patriotic fervor of the Independence Day, the Chief Executive Member, accompanied by his colleagues and the SDO (Civil), Chawngte, Pu Lalneihthanga Colney, undertook a meaningful visit to the Community Health Centre, Chawngte, where he provided financial assistance of Rs.1000 each to every patient undergoing treatment at the CHC.
Earlier in the day, Dg. Kala Soga Chakma, Executive Member of the Chakma Autonomous District Council, hoisted the national flag in the premises of the CADC Secretariat. Amongst a gathering of District Council Members, both past and present, CADC officials, and dignitaries, he reflected on the significance of India’s Independence Day and the sacrifices made by leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi, Subhash Chandra Bose, and Rani Laxmi Bhai in securing freedom from British rule. He called upon all individuals to strive for progress and development that aligns with advanced communities.
Kamalanagar, 11 August 2023: The Hon’ble Chief Executive Member of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), Dg. Rasik Mohan Chakma, today led a high-level delegation in a productive meeting with the Hon’ble Governor of Mizoram, His Excellency Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati. The meeting, held at the Governor’s Bungalow in Aizawl, discussed crucial subjects concerning the Chakma Autonomous District Council.
The meeting, which included cabinet colleagues, Members of District Council (MDCs), and prominent party leaders discussed various issues concerning the progress and development of CADC. Key subjects that were discussed in the meeting included the Gazette Notification of CADC Rules, disparity in distribution of Budget allocations among Autonomous District Councils in Mizoram, MUDRA Loans, Centrally Sponsored Schemes and Fishery Schemes.
Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, the Hon’ble Governor, while sharing valuable inputs with the delegation also expressed his commitment to actively intervene and play a constructive role for a positive transformation of Chakma Autonomous District Council.
In order to ensure the safety of the School children in the ensuing flood that has reached dangerous levels, it is hereby notified that all Primary, Upper Primary and Middle Schools within the Chakma Autonomous District Council will remain closed from 8th August 2023 to 11th August 2023.
Kamalanagar, 8th August, 2023: In the wake of the recent heavy downpour that has resulted in severe flooding and landslides in various areas of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), Mizoram, the Hon’ble Chief Executive Member & Chairman of the Committee on CEM Relief Fund, Chakma Autonomous District Council, has taken swift action to address the situation. With deep concern for the well-being of the residents, the CADC authority has sanctioned financial assistance to support immediate flood relief efforts and the clearance of landslides in affected areas.
An amount of Rs. 2,30,000/- (Rupees two lakh thirty thousand) has been sanctioned from the CEM Relief Fund, Chakma Autonomous District Council, to provide immediate relief to those affected by the flood and landslides. The funds are allocated as follows:
Central Young Chakma Association: An amount of Rs. 2,00,000.00 (Rupees two lakh) is sanctioned to the Central Young Chakma Association. This allocation is intended to provide immediate flood relief to the victims within the Chakma Autonomous District Council.
Branch Young Chakma Association, Kamalanagar-III: An amount of Rs. 30,000.00 (Rupees thirty thousand) is allocated to the Branch Young Chakma Association, Kamalanagar-III, for the purpose of clearance of landslides that have posed a threat near the residences of Hiranand Tongchangya and Shanti Ranjan Chakma in Kamalanagar-III.
The Chief Executive Member & Chairman of the Committee on CEM Relief Fund has urged all relevant authorities and organizations to work collaboratively to ensure the safety of the people in this crisis.
Applications are invited on plain paper from interested persons for proposal of providing Housekeeping services at Chakma House, located at Hunthar Veng, Aizawl.
It covers Chakma House old building and annexe building, Hunthar Veng, Aizawl.
The last date of receipt of applications is 4th August 2023 2:00 PM.
Selection process of contractor and deed agreement shall be completed on 7th August 2023.
Application should be addressed to the Executive Secretary, Chakma Autonomous District Council, Kamalanagar.
Kamalanagar, July 52023: Dg. Rasik Mohan Chakma today inspected the Indoor Stadium being constructed at Kamalanagar-II. He was accompanied by Pu Lalneithanga Colney, the Sub-Divisional Officer cum Block Development Officer of Chawngte RD Block and Dg. Santosh Chakma, Executive Member, CADC i/c Sports & Youth Services.
The project is being funded by the North East Council (NEC) under Backward Blocks Grant Fund for an estimated cost of Rs. 65 lakhs (Rupees Sixty-Five Lakhs only). It is being implemented by Pu Lalhmingliana, former MP while the construction work is being undertaken by the Mizoram PWD Lawngtlai Division.
The Indoor Stadium will house two full sized badminton courts. Excavation work and construction of foundation upto plinth beam level has been completed. The CEM requested that the project be completed on time. Thereafter, the CEM and the SDO had a discussion on the urgency of constructing the approach and how to construct it at the earliest.
Kamalanagar, 1 July, 2023: Chakma Autonomous District Council Football Association was reconstituted today in a meeting convened by Chakma Autonomous District Council Football Association at the Conference Hall of CADC Rest House, Kamalanagar.
Dg. Santosh Chakma, Executive Member, CADC i/c Sports & Youth Services, etc., Dg. Kamaleshwar Chakma, District Sports Promotion Officer, CADC; Dg. Suman Chakma, SRO cum i/c Assistant Information & Public Relations Officer, CADC; Dr. Jyoti Bikash Chakma, President, Central Young Chakma Association, representatives from Village Councils and different sporting clubs of CADC attended the meeting.
The Association was reconstituted with Dg. Santosh Chakma as President; Dr. Jyotirmoy Chakma as Working President, Dg. Kamaleshwar Chakma as Vice President, Dg. Prityrup Chakma as General Secretary, Dg. Lokesh Chakma as Joint Secretary, Dg. Sadhan Bikaksh Chakma as Office Secretary, Dg. Pushporath Chakma as Information & Publicity Secretary, Dg. Satyam Chakma as Finance Secretary, Dg. Ripon Chakma as Treasurer, Dg. Raju Chakma as Organising Secretary, Dg. Ahoze Chakma, Dg. Julius Tongchangya, Dg. B. Chanda Chakma, Dg. Alok Chakma, Dg. Sanjoy Chakma and Sports Secretary from Central Young Chakma Association and Central Mizoram Chakma Students Union as Executive Members. The CEM, CADC; the Chairman, CADC; local MLA and the President, Village Council Court of Kamalanagar-I were designated as advisers to the Association.
The Executive Committee of Chakma Autonomous District Council is pleased to appoint Dg. Molin Kumar Chakma, elected MDC of 4-Bajeisora MDC Constituency as Adviser to the Chief Executive Member to assist him in his day to day functions with effect from the date of issue of this notification.
