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The Election Commission of India on Friday (Dec 1) said that the counting of votes will take place on December 4 in the northeast Indian state of Mizoram, a day after its original schedule. 
 
The decision was taken by the Election Commission after representatives from different quarters requested for the change from initial counting day of December 3, a Sunday, which has special significance among the people in the Christian-majority state. 
 
In a statement, the Election Commission said: "The Commission has received several representations from various quarters requesting for change in date of counting from December 3 (Sunday) to some other week day, on the ground that December 3, being Sunday a special significance for the people of Mizoram."

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“The Commission, having considered these representations, has decided to revise the date of counting for the General Election to the Legislative Assembly of Mizoram from 3rd December, 2023 (Sunday) to 4th December, 2023 (Monday),” the commission stated. 
 
Earlier, the counting of votes was scheduled for December 3, along four other Indian states - Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Telangana – where assembly elections were conducted last month. 
 
The counting of votes is now likely to start from 8 am on Monday (Dec 4) in all 13 counting centres as well as 40 counting halls across that state.

The postal ballots will be counted first, followed by votes submitted in EVMs.

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The officials said that more than 4,000 counting personnel will be participating in the counting and the commission will set up 399 EVM tables and 56 postal ballot tables.

<h2>Protests across Mizoram</h2>

The decision to postpone the date of counting also came amid protests being staged by the members of the Mizoram NGO Co-ordination Committee (NGOCC) across the state over the demand to change the date of counting of votes. 
 
The protests were staged in the state capital Aizawl along with other district headquarters.

NGOCC is an umbrella organisation of the state's civil society organisations and student bodies, which include the Central Young Mizo Association (CYMA) and Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP). 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

The Election Commission of India on Friday (Dec 1) said that the counting of votes will take place on December 4 in the northeast Indian state of Mizoram, a day after its original schedule.

The Election Commission of India on Friday (Dec 1) said that the counting of votes will take place on December 4 in the northeast Indian state of Mizoram, a day after its original schedule. The decision was taken by the Election Commission after representatives from different quarters requested for the change from initial counting day of December 3, a Sunday, which has special significance among the people in the Christian-majority state. In a statement, the Election Commission said: "The Commission has received several representations from various quarters requesting for change in date of counting from December 3 (Sunday) to some other week day, on the ground that December 3, being Sunday a special significance for the people of Mizoram." Also read: India five-state elections: After Hindi heartland, BJP banks on PM Modi's popularity in Telangana “The Commission, having considered these representations, has decided to revise the date of counting for the General Election to the Legislative Assembly of Mizoram from 3rd December, 2023 (Sunday) to 4th December, 2023 (Monday),” the commission stated. Earlier, the counting of votes was scheduled for December 3, along four other Indian states - Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Telangana – where assembly elections were conducted last month. The counting of votes is now likely to start from 8 am on Monday (Dec 4) in all 13 counting centres as well as 40 counting halls across that state. The postal ballots will be counted first, followed by votes submitted in EVMs. Watch: India state elections exit polls: Decoding the mood and the mandate The officials said that more than 4,000 counting personnel will be participating in the counting and the commission will set up 399 EVM tables and 56 postal ballot tables. Protests across Mizoram The decision to postpone the date of counting also came amid protests being staged by the members of the Mizoram NGO Co-ordination Committee (NGOCC) across the state over the demand to change the date of counting of votes. The protests were staged in the state capital Aizawl along with other district headquarters. NGOCC is an umbrella organisation of the state's civil society organisations and student bodies, which include the Central Young Mizo Association (CYMA) and Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP). (With inputs from agencies)

Mizoram assembly elections: Counting of votes pushed by a day to December 4

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Amid intense clashes between the Chin Defence Force guerrillas and the Myanmar military near the Indo-Myanmar international border, approximately 5,000 refugees,&nbsp;including 39 army personnel, have reportedly sought refuge in northeast Indian state Mizoram’s Champhai area since Sunday night (Nov 12).

The border town of Zokhawthar in India, situated just a few kilometres from the conflict epicentre in Rikhawdar, Myanmar, has become a focal point for the cross-border movement. The Tiau River is the only separation between the two towns.

On Monday (Nov 13), Manipur DGP Anil Shukla confirmed one refugee's death, with around 20 Myanmar nationals hospitalised in Mizoram. These individuals had sustained injuries in Myanmar and crossed the border for medical treatment. By Monday evening, 20 injured people were admitted to the Champhai district hospital, and an additional eight were referred to hospitals in Aizawl.

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<h2>Ongoing crisis and gunfire</h2>

Despite ongoing efforts, the situation remains volatile, with reported gunfire as late as 6 pm on Monday, according to Robert Zoremtluaga, the chairman of the Local Refugee Relief Committee, who spoke to the Indian Express.

“Everyone from the two villages of Rikhawdar and Khawmami has come to the Indian side. So, the movement of people has stopped for now… Three people who have been injured in Indian territory are people who crossed over to Zokhawthar earlier. One of them has died. He had been living on the Indian side since last year,” he told the Indian Express.&nbsp;

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Prior to this recent surge in refugee numbers, Mizoram was already hosting over 30,000 Chin refugees from Myanmar following the 2021 military coup.

Additionally, the state had accommodated more than 12,000 displaced people from the Kuki-Zomi community due to ethnic tensions in Manipur. The Mizos, Chins, and Kuki-Zomi communities share a common ethnicity, further intertwining the complex refugee situation in the region.

(With inputs from agencies)

Amid intense clashes between the Chin Defence Force guerrillas and the Myanmar military near the Indo-Myanmar international border, approximately 5,000 refugees, including 39 army personnel, have reportedly sought refuge in northeast Indian state Mizoram’s Champhai area since Sunday night (Nov 12).

Amid intense clashes between the Chin Defence Force guerrillas and the Myanmar military near the Indo-Myanmar international border, approximately 5,000 refugees, including 39 army personnel, have reportedly sought refuge in northeast Indian state Mizoram’s Champhai area since Sunday night (Nov 12). The border town of Zokhawthar in India, situated just a few kilometres from the conflict epicentre in Rikhawdar, Myanmar, has become a focal point for the cross-border movement. The Tiau River is the only separation between the two towns. On Monday (Nov 13), Manipur DGP Anil Shukla confirmed one refugee's death, with around 20 Myanmar nationals hospitalised in Mizoram. These individuals had sustained injuries in Myanmar and crossed the border for medical treatment. By Monday evening, 20 injured people were admitted to the Champhai district hospital, and an additional eight were referred to hospitals in Aizawl. Also read | China, Pakistan navies hold drills days after Russia-Myanmar exercise in Andaman Sea Ongoing crisis and gunfire Despite ongoing efforts, the situation remains volatile, with reported gunfire as late as 6 pm on Monday, according to Robert Zoremtluaga, the chairman of the Local Refugee Relief Committee, who spoke to the Indian Express. “Everyone from the two villages of Rikhawdar and Khawmami has come to the Indian side. So, the movement of people has stopped for now… Three people who have been injured in Indian territory are people who crossed over to Zokhawthar earlier. One of them has died. He had been living on the Indian side since last year,” he told the Indian Express. Also watch | Myanmar junta loses control of strategic town on China border Prior to this recent surge in refugee numbers, Mizoram was already hosting over 30,000 Chin refugees from Myanmar following the 2021 military coup. Additionally, the state had accommodated more than 12,000 displaced people from the Kuki-Zomi community due to ethnic tensions in Manipur. The Mizos, Chins, and Kuki-Zomi communities share a common ethnicity, further intertwining the complex refugee situation in the region. (With inputs from agencies)

Over 5,000 Myanmar refugees including soldiers flee to India's Mizoram for refuge amid border clashes

India's Chhattisgarh on Tuesday (Nov 7) recorded around 71 per cent voter turnout in its first phase of assembly elections for 20 constituencies whereas in Mizoram 77.04 per cent of voters exercised their franchise, as per the data released by the Election Commission of India at 5 pm IST.

In Chhattisgarh, the voting was held for 10 constituencies from 7 am to 4 pm in 10 seats and from 8 am to 5 pm in the other 10 segments.

“A 70.87 per cent voter turnout was recorded till 5 pm in the first phase of the Chhattisgarh elections on Tuesday. However, this figure may go up as the final data from several booths was yet to be received," a poll official said.

On the other hand, in Mizoram, the polls were held for all 40 assembly seats. The elections in both states kickstarted the process of voting in the round of assembly elections with three other states, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Telangana, which are scheduled to go to polls later this month.

In Chhattisgarh, the polling will decide the fate of former Chief Minister Raman Singh and BJP leaders Bhawna Bohra, Lata Usendi and Gautam Uike. The notable Congress leaders in the battle in this phase include Mohammad Akbar, Savitri Manoj Mandavi, Mohan Markam, Vikram Mandavi and Kawasi Lakhma.&nbsp;

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The voting in the central India state was held amid Naxalite violence and the call for boycott due to which around 100000 security personnel were deployed for the first phase of polls.

The Election Commission set up 5,304 polling booths in the state.

<h2>Several constituencies in Mizoram record high polling percentage</h2>

Several constituencies in the northeastern state recorded high polling percentages.

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As per the data by the Election Commission, till 5 pm Serchhip seat reported a voter turnout of 83.96 per cent, Mamit 83.42 per cent, Hnahthial 82.62 per cent, Khawazawl 82.39 per cent and Kolasib 80.13 per cent.

The polling began at 7 am and ended at 4 pm.

Chief Minister Zoramthanga, who is head of the regional political party Mizo National Front, is seeking re-election from Aizawl East - I. Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) chief Lalduhoma, an ex-IPS officer, who is also the party's head ministerial candidate, is in the poll battle from Serchhip.

(With inputs from agencies)

India's Chhattisgarh on Tuesday (Nov 7) recorded around 71 per cent voter turnout in its first phase of assembly elections for 20 constituencies whereas in Mizoram 77.

India's Chhattisgarh on Tuesday (Nov 7) recorded around 71 per cent voter turnout in its first phase of assembly elections for 20 constituencies whereas in Mizoram 77.04 per cent of voters exercised their franchise, as per the data released by the Election Commission of India at 5 pm IST. In Chhattisgarh, the voting was held for 10 constituencies from 7 am to 4 pm in 10 seats and from 8 am to 5 pm in the other 10 segments. “A 70.87 per cent voter turnout was recorded till 5 pm in the first phase of the Chhattisgarh elections on Tuesday. However, this figure may go up as the final data from several booths was yet to be received," a poll official said. On the other hand, in Mizoram, the polls were held for all 40 assembly seats. The elections in both states kickstarted the process of voting in the round of assembly elections with three other states, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Telangana, which are scheduled to go to polls later this month. In Chhattisgarh, the polling will decide the fate of former Chief Minister Raman Singh and BJP leaders Bhawna Bohra, Lata Usendi and Gautam Uike. The notable Congress leaders in the battle in this phase include Mohammad Akbar, Savitri Manoj Mandavi, Mohan Markam, Vikram Mandavi and Kawasi Lakhma. Also read: Delhi govt to consider SC’s remarks over odd-even rule, after latter calls it ‘mere optics’ The voting in the central India state was held amid Naxalite violence and the call for boycott due to which around 100000 security personnel were deployed for the first phase of polls. The Election Commission set up 5,304 polling booths in the state. Several constituencies in Mizoram record high polling percentage Several constituencies in the northeastern state recorded high polling percentages. Also read: Air India passengers to undergo additional checks at Delhi airport after Pannun threatens to blow up flight As per the data by the Election Commission, till 5 pm Serchhip seat reported a voter turnout of 83.96 per cent, Mamit 83.42 per cent, Hnahthial 82.62 per cent, Khawazawl 82.39 per cent and Kolasib 80.13 per cent. The polling began at 7 am and ended at 4 pm. Chief Minister Zoramthanga, who is head of the regional political party Mizo National Front, is seeking re-election from Aizawl East - I. Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) chief Lalduhoma, an ex-IPS officer, who is also the party's head ministerial candidate, is in the poll battle from Serchhip. (With inputs from agencies)

India assembly polls: Chhattisgarh records 70.87% voter turnout, Mizoram registers 77.04%

Two of India's five poll-bound states carried out voting for assembly elections. Chhattisgarh and Mizoram saw a significant voter turnout. Who will pass this litmus test before the general elections in 2024?

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Delhi was adjudged the most polluted city in India in the past year despite its air quality seeing marginal improvement.

According to a study by independent think tank Climate Trends and tech firm Respirer Living Sciences, the concentration of PM2.5 was the highest in Delhi with 100.1 micrograms per cubic metre, which is three times more than the government's safe limit.

On the other hand, Manipur registered India's cleanest air with a PM2.5 level of only 11.1 micrograms per cubic metre.

PM2.5 is an umbrella term used to describe fine inhalable chemical particles, with diameters that are generally 2.5 micrometres and smaller.

While PM2.5 is more likely to travel into and deposit on the surface of the deeper parts of the lung, PM10 is more likely to deposit on the surfaces of the larger airways of the upper region of the lung.

Particles deposited on the lung surface can induce tissue damage and lung inflammation.

<h2>Report covers cities under NCAP</h2>

The report is based on the analysis of the government's PM2.5 data from October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2023, and focuses on the cities covered under the National Clean Air Programme, which aims to achieve a 40 per cent reduction in particulate matter concentration by 2026.

The study further noted that the cities surrounding Delhi, which are part of the National Capital Region, too recorded their worst air quality.

Faridabad (89 micrograms per cubic metre), Noida (79.1 micrograms per cubic metre), Ghaziabad (78.3 micrograms per cubic metre) and Meerut (76.9 micrograms per cubic metre) featured among the top 10 most polluted cities.

After Delhi, the second most polluted city was Patna in Bihar, with an average PM2.5 concentration of 99.7 micrograms per cubic metre. Notably, the city’s air quality deteriorated by 24 per cent compared to the previous year.

<h2>Cities with worst pollution&nbsp;part of the Indo-Gangetic Plains</h2>

The top seven polluted cities are Delhi, Patna, Muzaffarpur, Faridabad, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Meerut—all part of the Indo-Gangetic Plains—the report noted.

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"The analysis reflects that there has been improvement in the Indo-Gangetic Plain cities over the last few years. However, considering the enormous pollution load, these cities continue to experience the highest PM levels in the country," Aarti Khosla, the director of Climate Trends, said.

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"While measures like the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana or hyperlocal developments like the peripheral highways around Delhi are positive actions, there is a need for a scientific approach to address air quality issues in a sustained manner through an airshed approach, she said.

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Delhi was adjudged the most polluted city in India in the past year despite its air quality seeing marginal improvement. According to a study by independent think tank Climate Trends and tech firm Respirer Living Sciences, the concentration of PM2.

Delhi was adjudged the most polluted city in India in the past year despite its air quality seeing marginal improvement. According to a study by independent think tank Climate Trends and tech firm Respirer Living Sciences, the concentration of PM2.5 was the highest in Delhi with 100.1 micrograms per cubic metre, which is three times more than the government's safe limit. On the other hand, Manipur registered India's cleanest air with a PM2.5 level of only 11.1 micrograms per cubic metre. PM2.5 is an umbrella term used to describe fine inhalable chemical particles, with diameters that are generally 2.5 micrometres and smaller. While PM2.5 is more likely to travel into and deposit on the surface of the deeper parts of the lung, PM10 is more likely to deposit on the surfaces of the larger airways of the upper region of the lung. Particles deposited on the lung surface can induce tissue damage and lung inflammation. Report covers cities under NCAP The report is based on the analysis of the government's PM2.5 data from October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2023, and focuses on the cities covered under the National Clean Air Programme, which aims to achieve a 40 per cent reduction in particulate matter concentration by 2026. The study further noted that the cities surrounding Delhi, which are part of the National Capital Region, too recorded their worst air quality. Faridabad (89 micrograms per cubic metre), Noida (79.1 micrograms per cubic metre), Ghaziabad (78.3 micrograms per cubic metre) and Meerut (76.9 micrograms per cubic metre) featured among the top 10 most polluted cities. After Delhi, the second most polluted city was Patna in Bihar, with an average PM2.5 concentration of 99.7 micrograms per cubic metre. Notably, the city’s air quality deteriorated by 24 per cent compared to the previous year. Cities with worst pollution part of the Indo-Gangetic Plains The top seven polluted cities are Delhi, Patna, Muzaffarpur, Faridabad, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Meerut—all part of the Indo-Gangetic Plains—the report noted. Also read | India's sunny solution to climate change woes enters 'accelerating growth' phase "The analysis reflects that there has been improvement in the Indo-Gangetic Plain cities over the last few years. However, considering the enormous pollution load, these cities continue to experience the highest PM levels in the country," Aarti Khosla, the director of Climate Trends, said. Also read | India weather update: Heavy rainfall predicted in several states over next three days "While measures like the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana or hyperlocal developments like the peripheral highways around Delhi are positive actions, there is a need for a scientific approach to address air quality issues in a sustained manner through an airshed approach, she said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

India: Delhi-NCR remains top in worst polluted city rankings, Mizoram has cleanest air

26 people have died after an under-construction railway bridge collapses in India's Northeastern state of Mizoram. All the deceased persons in the incidents were engaged in the construction.

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At least 26&nbsp;workers were killed and many are feared trapped after an under-construction railway bridge collapsed near the Sairang area of Mizoram on Wednesday (August 23), local police said.&nbsp;

Media reports have said that around 35-40 workers were present when the incident occurred about 21 kilometres from Aizawl around 10:00 am (IST). &nbsp;

"Seventeen bodies have been recovered from the debris so far... Many others are still missing," a police officer said.&nbsp;

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on his official X (formerly Twitter) account that he was "pained" by the bridge mishap in Mizoram.&nbsp;

PM Modi said: "Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. Rescue operations are underway and all possible assistance is being given to those affected."&nbsp;

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Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga said he was deeply saddened over the loss of lives in the incident and expressed gratitude to all those who helped in the rescue operation.&nbsp;

"Under construction railway over a bridge at Sairang, near Aizawl collapsed today; at least 17 workers died. Search Rescue under progress. Deeply saddened and affected by this tragedy. I extend my deepest condolences to all the bereaved families and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured," he wrote.

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At least 26 workers were killed and many are feared trapped after an under-construction railway bridge collapsed near the Sairang area of Mizoram on Wednesday (August 23), local police said.

At least 26 workers were killed and many are feared trapped after an under-construction railway bridge collapsed near the Sairang area of Mizoram on Wednesday (August 23), local police said. Media reports have said that around 35-40 workers were present when the incident occurred about 21 kilometres from Aizawl around 10:00 am (IST). "Seventeen bodies have been recovered from the debris so far... Many others are still missing," a police officer said. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on his official X (formerly Twitter) account that he was "pained" by the bridge mishap in Mizoram. PM Modi said: "Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. Rescue operations are underway and all possible assistance is being given to those affected." VIDEO | At least 17 workers were killed and several others feared trapped after an under-construction railway bridge collapsed near Sairang area of Mizoram, earlier today. READ: https://t.co/a81kMfQ8Dk (Source: Third Party) pic.twitter.com/woapGC2yaD — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) August 23, 2023 × Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga said he was deeply saddened over the loss of lives in the incident and expressed gratitude to all those who helped in the rescue operation. "Under construction railway over a bridge at Sairang, near Aizawl collapsed today; at least 17 workers died. Search Rescue under progress. Deeply saddened and affected by this tragedy. I extend my deepest condolences to all the bereaved families and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured," he wrote. more to follow... WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

India: 26 killed after under-construction railway bridge collapses in Mizoram

The Meitei community in the Indian state of Mizoram has been reassured about their safety by the government on Saturday, who asked them not to pay heed to any rumours. 
 
The assurance from the government came after reports surfaced of Meiteis leaving the state after an ‘advisory’ was issued by an ex-militant&nbsp;association of the state asking them to flee amid escalating tension over the viral video of women being paraded naked in Manipur. 
 
A meeting was held by the state home commissioner and secretary H Lalengmawia with the leaders of the Meitei community during which they were assured about their security and safety, said an official statement.

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<h2>PAMRA's advisory misconstrued</h2>

While holding meetings with leaders of the All Mizoram Manipuri Association (AMMA), Lalengmawia appealed to them to ask people of the Meitei community not to leave the state on the basis of the advisory which was issued by the Peace Accord MNF Returnees’ Association (PAMRA), read the statement. 
 
The leaders were informed by him that PAMRA's press statement was misconstrued in one section of the media. A meeting was also convened by the home secretary with leaders of PAMRA who stated that they had issued the advisory to request members of the Meitei community in Mizoram to exercise caution in the wake of ongoing ethnic conflict in Manipur, the statement further stated. 
 
The home secretary was further told that the press release issued was not a diktat or a quit notice for the Meiteis. 
 
PAMRA leaders expressed regret at the situation and said that they will not pursue their release any further so that peace and tranquillity prevail in the state.

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PAMRA secretary general C. Lalthenlova, earlier on Friday, expressed concern over the Meitei community's safety in Mizoram as the viral video has left many Mizo youths angry. He further stated that an appeal was issued by them as a precaution to avert any untoward incident.

<h2>Meitei people flee amid mounting tension</h2>

Several Meitei people have fled from their home states amid mounting tension, said the police. Around thousands of Meiteis, mostly from south Assam and Manipur, have been living in Mizoram. 
 
Mizoram deputy inspector general of Police (Northern Range) Lallianmawia said that they have tightened security in some places and institutions, which includes Zoram Medical College and Mizoram University, where a sizeable number of Meiteis come to study. 
 
“We have deployed police personnel in some areas and institutions where the Meitei people are living and regular patrolling is being done to avoid any untoward incident,” he said while speaking to PTI.

(With inputs from agencies)

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The Meitei community in the Indian state of Mizoram has been reassured about their safety by the government on Saturday, who asked them not to pay heed to any rumours.

The Meitei community in the Indian state of Mizoram has been reassured about their safety by the government on Saturday, who asked them not to pay heed to any rumours. The assurance from the government came after reports surfaced of Meiteis leaving the state after an ‘advisory’ was issued by an ex-militant association of the state asking them to flee amid escalating tension over the viral video of women being paraded naked in Manipur. A meeting was held by the state home commissioner and secretary H Lalengmawia with the leaders of the Meitei community during which they were assured about their security and safety, said an official statement. ALSO READ | Manipur unrest: Two more women were gangraped and killed by mob on May 4; sixth accused arrested PAMRA's advisory misconstrued While holding meetings with leaders of the All Mizoram Manipuri Association (AMMA), Lalengmawia appealed to them to ask people of the Meitei community not to leave the state on the basis of the advisory which was issued by the Peace Accord MNF Returnees’ Association (PAMRA), read the statement. The leaders were informed by him that PAMRA's press statement was misconstrued in one section of the media. A meeting was also convened by the home secretary with leaders of PAMRA who stated that they had issued the advisory to request members of the Meitei community in Mizoram to exercise caution in the wake of ongoing ethnic conflict in Manipur, the statement further stated. The home secretary was further told that the press release issued was not a diktat or a quit notice for the Meiteis. PAMRA leaders expressed regret at the situation and said that they will not pursue their release any further so that peace and tranquillity prevail in the state. WATCH | Manipur violence: Two women paraded naked, allegedly raped PAMRA secretary general C. Lalthenlova, earlier on Friday, expressed concern over the Meitei community's safety in Mizoram as the viral video has left many Mizo youths angry. He further stated that an appeal was issued by them as a precaution to avert any untoward incident. Meitei people flee amid mounting tension Several Meitei people have fled from their home states amid mounting tension, said the police. Around thousands of Meiteis, mostly from south Assam and Manipur, have been living in Mizoram. Mizoram deputy inspector general of Police (Northern Range) Lallianmawia said that they have tightened security in some places and institutions, which includes Zoram Medical College and Mizoram University, where a sizeable number of Meiteis come to study. “We have deployed police personnel in some areas and institutions where the Meitei people are living and regular patrolling is being done to avoid any untoward incident,” he said while speaking to PTI. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

India: Mizoram assures Meitei community of safety, appeals them not to leave state

At least eight labourers have died and four other are missing following a stone quarry collapse&nbsp;in the Indian state of Mizoram. The 12 labourers got trapped in the open-pit mine, according to local authorities. The police officials in the Hnahthial district of Mizoram told the media that the incident took place in the afternoon as &nbsp;labourers of ABCI Infrastructure private limited were working at the quarry. According to official reports, there were 13 people working at the site, Superintendent of Police Vineet Kumar said.&nbsp;

One person was able to escape the accident, the SP confirmed according to PTI.&nbsp;

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Troopers from the Assam Rifles and Border Security Force (BSF) were also helping with rescue efforts and had joined local police. A National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team comprising two officers and 13 staff are also at the spot to assist with rescue and relief operations.

The police were also assisted in the rescue effort by volunteers of the Young Mizo Association (YMA) who rushed to the spot from nearby villages who joined hands with personnel from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) sanctioned by the local government, Border Security Force and Assam Rifles. &nbsp;

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"The identification of the dead bodies will be done after post-mortem examination. Search operation is still going on and will be continued till all missing are found," the National Disaster Response Force said in a statement.

Search operations which were on all night will continue till all the missing persons are found,&nbsp;Hnahthial district deputy commissioner R Lalremsanga told PTI.

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At least eight labourers have died and four other are missing following a stone quarry collapse in the Indian state of Mizoram. The 12 labourers got trapped in the open-pit mine, according to local authorities.

At least eight labourers have died and four other are missing following a stone quarry collapse in the Indian state of Mizoram. The 12 labourers got trapped in the open-pit mine, according to local authorities. The police officials in the Hnahthial district of Mizoram told the media that the incident took place in the afternoon as labourers of ABCI Infrastructure private limited were working at the quarry. According to official reports, there were 13 people working at the site, Superintendent of Police Vineet Kumar said. One person was able to escape the accident, the SP confirmed according to PTI. Also read | Antony Blinken to visit China next year to follow up on Biden-Xi discussions Troopers from the Assam Rifles and Border Security Force (BSF) were also helping with rescue efforts and had joined local police. A National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team comprising two officers and 13 staff are also at the spot to assist with rescue and relief operations. The police were also assisted in the rescue effort by volunteers of the Young Mizo Association (YMA) who rushed to the spot from nearby villages who joined hands with personnel from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) sanctioned by the local government, Border Security Force and Assam Rifles. Also read | EU imposes new round of sanctions on Iranian officials over handling of protests "The identification of the dead bodies will be done after post-mortem examination. Search operation is still going on and will be continued till all missing are found," the National Disaster Response Force said in a statement. Search operations which were on all night will continue till all the missing persons are found, Hnahthial district deputy commissioner R Lalremsanga told PTI. (With inputs from agencies)

At least 8 labourers dead in stone quarry collapse in Mizoram, 4 missing

Tensions have escalated along the border of two North-East states of India. The policemen of Assam and Mizoram fired at each other during which 5 personnel of Assam police were killed and 50 others were injured.

Assam-Mizoram border dispute: 5 Assam policemen killed in violent clashes with Mizoram

Over 700 people from Myanmar, mostly civilians, have entered Mizoram in the past few weeks, a police officer said on Sunday.

He said that the new entrants who made their way to Mizoram were mostly civilians, including pregnant women, children, and senior citizens.

Altogether 10,025 nationals of the neighbouring country have so far sneaked into Mizoram following the military coup in Myanmar in February, he said.

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At least 22 members of the Myanmar parliament are among those who have taken refuge in the state, the police officer said.

The Chief Minister of Myanmar's Chin state, Salai Lian Luai, had crossed over to Mizoram on June 14, he said.

The officer said that a sizeable number of Myanmarese refugees have already returned to their country. Quoting data of the state police, the officer said, 195 people from Myanmar have entered the Champhai district between June 15 and June 26.

Of the 11 districts in Mizoram, the Myanmar nationals are living in 10 districts with the border district Champhai alone housing 4,352 people of the neighbouring country, he said.&nbsp;

As many 1,621 people from Myanmar have taken shelter in a community housing complex in Aizawl, it said.

Meanwhile, an official, who did not wish to be named, said that Myanmar nationals especially from the Chin state have entered Indian territory in small batches at regular interval since February.

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Many of the Myanmar nationals who entered Mizoram recently could be not be prevented even by security forces because most of them were women, children, and senior citizens, she said.

Meanwhile, MC Lalramenga, president of Tuipuiral group of Young Mizo Association (YMA) in Champhai district told PTI that two makeshift camps are being erected on the outskirts of Zawlsei village, about 20 km from the Myanmar border.

The makeshift camps are being set up by YMA volunteers to give shelter to people from Myanmar on humanitarian grounds.&nbsp;A refugee camp will also be constructed by villagers at Farkawn and Vaphai villages, he said.

There are 21 villages within the jurisdiction of the Tuipuiral group of YMA, which falls under the East Tuipui assembly constituency in the Champhai district.

Presently, 1,419 Myanmar nationals have taken shelter at 20 villages in the Tuipuiral area, according to Lalramenga.

A sizeable number of Myanmar nationals are also camping along the Tiau river on the Mizoram side of the international border as they have been asked not to enter the north-eastern state due to the pandemic, the police officer said.

Six Mizoram districts- Champhai, Siaha, Lawngtlai, Serchhip, Hnahthial, and Saitual share a 510-km-long international border with Myanmar.&nbsp;

Over 700 people from Myanmar, mostly civilians, have entered Mizoram in the past few weeks, a police officer said on Sunday. He said that the new entrants who made their way to Mizoram were mostly civilians, including pregnant women, children, and senior citizens.

Over 700 people from Myanmar, mostly civilians, have entered Mizoram in the past few weeks, a police officer said on Sunday. He said that the new entrants who made their way to Mizoram were mostly civilians, including pregnant women, children, and senior citizens. Altogether 10,025 nationals of the neighbouring country have so far sneaked into Mizoram following the military coup in Myanmar in February, he said. Also read | 733 Myanmar refugees living in Mizoram At least 22 members of the Myanmar parliament are among those who have taken refuge in the state, the police officer said. The Chief Minister of Myanmar's Chin state, Salai Lian Luai, had crossed over to Mizoram on June 14, he said. The officer said that a sizeable number of Myanmarese refugees have already returned to their country. Quoting data of the state police, the officer said, 195 people from Myanmar have entered the Champhai district between June 15 and June 26. Of the 11 districts in Mizoram, the Myanmar nationals are living in 10 districts with the border district Champhai alone housing 4,352 people of the neighbouring country, he said. As many 1,621 people from Myanmar have taken shelter in a community housing complex in Aizawl, it said. Meanwhile, an official, who did not wish to be named, said that Myanmar nationals especially from the Chin state have entered Indian territory in small batches at regular interval since February. Also read | Myanmar military's brutality is becoming a problem not just for India, but entire region Many of the Myanmar nationals who entered Mizoram recently could be not be prevented even by security forces because most of them were women, children, and senior citizens, she said. Meanwhile, MC Lalramenga, president of Tuipuiral group of Young Mizo Association (YMA) in Champhai district told PTI that two makeshift camps are being erected on the outskirts of Zawlsei village, about 20 km from the Myanmar border. The makeshift camps are being set up by YMA volunteers to give shelter to people from Myanmar on humanitarian grounds. A refugee camp will also be constructed by villagers at Farkawn and Vaphai villages, he said. There are 21 villages within the jurisdiction of the Tuipuiral group of YMA, which falls under the East Tuipui assembly constituency in the Champhai district. Presently, 1,419 Myanmar nationals have taken shelter at 20 villages in the Tuipuiral area, according to Lalramenga. A sizeable number of Myanmar nationals are also camping along the Tiau river on the Mizoram side of the international border as they have been asked not to enter the north-eastern state due to the pandemic, the police officer said. Six Mizoram districts- Champhai, Siaha, Lawngtlai, Serchhip, Hnahthial, and Saitual share a 510-km-long international border with Myanmar.

More than 700 Myanmar nationals have taken refuge in Mizoram in past few weeks: Police

A 76-year-old sect leader with 39 wives and 127 children and grandchildren has died in the northeast Indian state of Mizoram on Sunday.

Zionnghaka Chana lived in a remote area of the state and held the record of one of the world’s largest families.

The village Chana lived in had gained popularity due to his family, which had become a favourite tourist story. "Mizoram and his village at Baktawng Tlangnuam has become a major tourist attraction in the state because of the family,"&nbsp;Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga tweeted on Sunday night.

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Chana suffered from diabetes and hypertension and was admitted to a local hospital when his health worsened, where he took his last breath.

He was the leader of a sect that was founded by his grandfather in the 1930s with nearly 1,700 members. The Chana family&nbsp;mainly carve&nbsp;wooden furniture and deal in making pottery items, while being the main part of this sect.

A 76-year-old sect leader with 39 wives and 127 children and grandchildren has died in the northeast Indian state of Mizoram on Sunday. Zionnghaka Chana lived in a remote area of the state and held the record of one of the world’s largest families.

A 76-year-old sect leader with 39 wives and 127 children and grandchildren has died in the northeast Indian state of Mizoram on Sunday. Zionnghaka Chana lived in a remote area of the state and held the record of one of the world’s largest families. The village Chana lived in had gained popularity due to his family, which had become a favourite tourist story. "Mizoram and his village at Baktawng Tlangnuam has become a major tourist attraction in the state because of the family," Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga tweeted on Sunday night. With heavy heart, #Mizoram bid farewell to Mr. Zion-a (76), believed to head the world's largest family, with 38 wives and 89 children. Mizoram and his village at Baktawng Tlangnuam has become a major tourist attraction in the state because of the family. Rest in Peace Sir! pic.twitter.com/V1cHmRAOkr — Zoramthanga (@ZoramthangaCM) June 13, 2021 × Chana suffered from diabetes and hypertension and was admitted to a local hospital when his health worsened, where he took his last breath. He was the leader of a sect that was founded by his grandfather in the 1930s with nearly 1,700 members. The Chana family mainly carve wooden furniture and deal in making pottery items, while being the main part of this sect.

Man with 39 wives and 127 children dies in India due to hypertension

The Mizoram government on Monday banned production and sale of bottled correction fluids as well as bottled thinners of any chemical substances.

The order follows the notification of Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, which directed states to take measures for imposition of a ban on production and sale of bottled correction fluids and thinners.

The government order said that the substances are reportedly being widely misused by youth and school children as intoxication by inhaling the material to get drug-like stimulating effects.

The order which will be enforced by state Excise and Narcotics department and will be monitored by Food and Drugs Administration Wing of the health department.

It said that a ban is imposed on production and of sale of bottled correction fluids as well as bottled thinners of any chemical composition both for ink erasing purposes as well as for use as nail polish removers and similar other purposes.

Sale of the substances is permitted for use as ink eraser, nail removers and other similar purposes in the form of pens or similar devices which allow limited amounts of the chemicals to come out of those devices when used, the order said.

The Mizoram government on Monday banned production and sale of bottled correction fluids as well as bottled thinners of any chemical substances. The order follows the notification of Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, which directed states to take measures for imposition of a ban on production and sale of bottled correction fluids and thinners.

The Mizoram government on Monday banned production and sale of bottled correction fluids as well as bottled thinners of any chemical substances. The order follows the notification of Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, which directed states to take measures for imposition of a ban on production and sale of bottled correction fluids and thinners. The government order said that the substances are reportedly being widely misused by youth and school children as intoxication by inhaling the material to get drug-like stimulating effects. The order which will be enforced by state Excise and Narcotics department and will be monitored by Food and Drugs Administration Wing of the health department. It said that a ban is imposed on production and of sale of bottled correction fluids as well as bottled thinners of any chemical composition both for ink erasing purposes as well as for use as nail polish removers and similar other purposes. Sale of the substances is permitted for use as ink eraser, nail removers and other similar purposes in the form of pens or similar devices which allow limited amounts of the chemicals to come out of those devices when used, the order said.

Mizoram bans production, sale of bottled correction fluids, thinners 

Successful rehabilitation of Bru refugees in Tripura has brought smiles and cheer to tribal folk in Tripura.

The major decision came after the tripartite agreement was signed by the centre, Tripura, Mizoram state governments and Bru representatives.

Bru or Reang refugees are a primitive minority tribe and the second most populous tribe after Tripuris in the state of Tripura.

More than 30,000 Bru refugees, whose repatriation was uncertain for several years, will finally be able to settle in Tripura.

The Bru community fled from Mizoram following ethnic clashes in 1997 and has been languishing in seven camps in North Tripura for years.

They are now happy as after years of struggle, blood and sweat, they will permanently settle and will no longer be termed as refugees.

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A bru tribal, Bamsarai Reang said, "We came from Mizoram and have been living in Tripura for last 22 years. Now that we will be settled here, we are happy and it is a good decision. Earlier, we faced difficulties in Mizoram and so we escape here in Tripura."

Members of the Bru community said that they have been through a lot of struggle and deprived of basic amenities like shelter, clean water, food, employment, education, health facilities, electricity, and road connectivity for long.

"We are from Mizoram and we faced a lot of problem. We are happy now and we hope that our future generation would be better than before," Marina Reang, a Bru tribal said.

The Bru people and their leaders hoped that their days of struggle shall end very soon. General Secretary, Mizoram Bru Indigenous Democratic Movement, Philip Apito, "We are facing a lot of problems not only with education but also with our livelihood... we have no cooking materials, safe drinking water, educational facilities and all the documents. We have faced a lot of things which we are supposed to get as human beings. We are fighting for education."

"By the grace of God, we are having a proper settlement in Tripura under the initiative of the central and the state governments. We are extremely grateful for their sincere support and cooperation. Our future is better than before," he said.

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The Mizoram government has made at least nine attempts to repatriate the Brus since 2009 but they have been refusing to return to the state citing security reasons and insufficient rehabilitation packages offered by the Centre.

Hence, the new agreement has been signed recently, has brought a glimmer of hope among the distressed Bru Tribals.

The Brus would get all the rights that other residents of the state get and would now be able to enjoy the schemes and benefits of the Centre and the state governments.

It is worth noting that a large section of people are getting their documentation done while others are opening bank accounts as the Centre has already declared a 600 crore rupees rehabilitation package for them.&nbsp;

Successful rehabilitation of Bru refugees in Tripura has brought smiles and cheer to tribal folk in Tripura. The major decision came after the tripartite agreement was signed by the centre, Tripura, Mizoram state governments and Bru representatives.

Successful rehabilitation of Bru refugees in Tripura has brought smiles and cheer to tribal folk in Tripura. The major decision came after the tripartite agreement was signed by the centre, Tripura, Mizoram state governments and Bru representatives. Bru or Reang refugees are a primitive minority tribe and the second most populous tribe after Tripuris in the state of Tripura. More than 30,000 Bru refugees, whose repatriation was uncertain for several years, will finally be able to settle in Tripura. The Bru community fled from Mizoram following ethnic clashes in 1997 and has been languishing in seven camps in North Tripura for years. They are now happy as after years of struggle, blood and sweat, they will permanently settle and will no longer be termed as refugees. Also read: Bru refugee agreement - How does the deal solve over two-decade-old crisis? A bru tribal, Bamsarai Reang said, "We came from Mizoram and have been living in Tripura for last 22 years. Now that we will be settled here, we are happy and it is a good decision. Earlier, we faced difficulties in Mizoram and so we escape here in Tripura." Members of the Bru community said that they have been through a lot of struggle and deprived of basic amenities like shelter, clean water, food, employment, education, health facilities, electricity, and road connectivity for long. "We are from Mizoram and we faced a lot of problem. We are happy now and we hope that our future generation would be better than before," Marina Reang, a Bru tribal said. The Bru people and their leaders hoped that their days of struggle shall end very soon. General Secretary, Mizoram Bru Indigenous Democratic Movement, Philip Apito, "We are facing a lot of problems not only with education but also with our livelihood... we have no cooking materials, safe drinking water, educational facilities and all the documents. We have faced a lot of things which we are supposed to get as human beings. We are fighting for education." "By the grace of God, we are having a proper settlement in Tripura under the initiative of the central and the state governments. We are extremely grateful for their sincere support and cooperation. Our future is better than before," he said. Also read: In a historic step, Union Minister Amit Shah signs Bru agreement to end over two-decade old crisis The Mizoram government has made at least nine attempts to repatriate the Brus since 2009 but they have been refusing to return to the state citing security reasons and insufficient rehabilitation packages offered by the Centre. Hence, the new agreement has been signed recently, has brought a glimmer of hope among the distressed Bru Tribals. The Brus would get all the rights that other residents of the state get and would now be able to enjoy the schemes and benefits of the Centre and the state governments. It is worth noting that a large section of people are getting their documentation done while others are opening bank accounts as the Centre has already declared a 600 crore rupees rehabilitation package for them.

For Bru refugees in Tripura, hope after years of struggle for settlement

The Bru tribe, also known as the Reangs, has been central to the politics of Mizoram and Tripura for over two decades now.&nbsp;

Mizoram assembly election in 2018 was historic, momentous in a way because the displaced Brus - those still living in refugee camps in Tripura for over 21 years - crossed the state border to Kanhmun village in Mamit district of Mizoram, to vote in their homeland for the first time since 1997 -- until now they were made to vote at their shelter camps in Tripura.

The Brus, a total of over 30,000 people, had to flee Mamit, Kolasib and Lunglei districts of Mizoram around twenty-two years back due to a communal conflict with the Mizos.

The Mizos called the Brus not indigenous to the land, asking them to be stripped of their voting rights. The Young Mizo Association and Mizo Students’ Association wanted Brus to be removed from electoral rolls, calling them non-indigenous to Mizoram.

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The Brus had to flee Mizoram after a Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) militant allegedly killed a Mizo forest guard and the communal conflict intensified. The Bru National Union (BNU) demanded an independent tribal district. They claimed that many houses inhabited by Bru families were torched down while hundreds were killed and raped. As tensions escalated, over 32,000 Brus fled to Tripura and took shelter as refugees in camps.

For over two decades, the politics over Bru repatriation heated and mellowed down with fates of thousands of Brus in a limbo.

The repatriation process started in the year 2010 and failed over fresh communal dissent with only close to 8,000 repatriated. Former Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh had initiated a deal between the Centre, the Brus and the governments of Mizoram and Tripura. In July 2018, an agreement was signed, reinforcing the commitment to repatriate over 30,000 Brus to Mizoram, also laying down guidelines of the assistance to be given to the community.

As per the 2018 agreement, the Brus were promised Rs 1.5 lakh as housing assistance, Rs four lakh for sustenance, free ration for 2 years and Rs 5,000 per month.

However, the repatriation process was interrupted again with the Brus expressing dissatisfaction with the assistance package. Some demanded the release of cash assistance in advance when the Central government maintained that Rs four lakh will be provided only after three years of uninterrupted stay in Mizoram.&nbsp;

In November 2019, Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb had agreed to settle the refugees in Tripura.&nbsp;

On Thursday, finally, a deal was brokered between the Mizo and Tripura chief ministers, the Bru representatives and the Ministry of Home Affairs.&nbsp;

As per the agreement, over 30,000 Bru refugees will now be settled in Tripura. The central government has sanctioned Rs 600 crore package for the same.

"Bru refugees will get a 40 by 30 feet plot along with a fixed deposit of Rs 4 lakhs, cash assistance of Rs 5,000 per month for 2 years and free ration," Amit Shah announced today.&nbsp;

The chief ministers of Tripura and Mizoram welcomed the move.&nbsp;

"This will permanently solve the burning issue that has been going on for 25 years," said Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga.

Tripura CM Biplab Kumar Deb described it as a "historic" step.&nbsp;

The Bru tribe, also known as the Reangs, has been central to the politics of Mizoram and Tripura for over two decades now. Mizoram assembly election in 2018 was historic, momentous in a way because the displaced Brus - those still living in refugee camps in Tripura for over 21 years - crossed the state border to Kanhmun village in Mamit district of Mizoram, to vote in their homeland for the first time since 1997 -- until now they were made to vote at their shelter camps in Tripura.

The Bru tribe, also known as the Reangs, has been central to the politics of Mizoram and Tripura for over two decades now. Mizoram assembly election in 2018 was historic, momentous in a way because the displaced Brus - those still living in refugee camps in Tripura for over 21 years - crossed the state border to Kanhmun village in Mamit district of Mizoram, to vote in their homeland for the first time since 1997 -- until now they were made to vote at their shelter camps in Tripura. The Brus, a total of over 30,000 people, had to flee Mamit, Kolasib and Lunglei districts of Mizoram around twenty-two years back due to a communal conflict with the Mizos. The Mizos called the Brus not indigenous to the land, asking them to be stripped of their voting rights. The Young Mizo Association and Mizo Students’ Association wanted Brus to be removed from electoral rolls, calling them non-indigenous to Mizoram. Also read: In a historic step, Union Minister Amit Shah signs Bru agreement to end over two-decade-old crisis The Brus had to flee Mizoram after a Bru National Liberation Front (BNLF) militant allegedly killed a Mizo forest guard and the communal conflict intensified. The Bru National Union (BNU) demanded an independent tribal district. They claimed that many houses inhabited by Bru families were torched down while hundreds were killed and raped. As tensions escalated, over 32,000 Brus fled to Tripura and took shelter as refugees in camps. For over two decades, the politics over Bru repatriation heated and mellowed down with fates of thousands of Brus in a limbo. The repatriation process started in the year 2010 and failed over fresh communal dissent with only close to 8,000 repatriated. Former Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh had initiated a deal between the Centre, the Brus and the governments of Mizoram and Tripura. In July 2018, an agreement was signed, reinforcing the commitment to repatriate over 30,000 Brus to Mizoram, also laying down guidelines of the assistance to be given to the community. As per the 2018 agreement, the Brus were promised Rs 1.5 lakh as housing assistance, Rs four lakh for sustenance, free ration for 2 years and Rs 5,000 per month. However, the repatriation process was interrupted again with the Brus expressing dissatisfaction with the assistance package. Some demanded the release of cash assistance in advance when the Central government maintained that Rs four lakh will be provided only after three years of uninterrupted stay in Mizoram. In November 2019, Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb had agreed to settle the refugees in Tripura. On Thursday, finally, a deal was brokered between the Mizo and Tripura chief ministers, the Bru representatives and the Ministry of Home Affairs. As per the agreement, over 30,000 Bru refugees will now be settled in Tripura. The central government has sanctioned Rs 600 crore package for the same. "Bru refugees will get a 40 by 30 feet plot along with a fixed deposit of Rs 4 lakhs, cash assistance of Rs 5,000 per month for 2 years and free ration," Amit Shah announced today. The chief ministers of Tripura and Mizoram welcomed the move. "This will permanently solve the burning issue that has been going on for 25 years," said Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga. Tripura CM Biplab Kumar Deb described it as a "historic" step.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah and representatives of Bru refugees signed a historic agreement on Thursday to end the crisis of Bru refugees. The agreement has been signed to facilitate Brus refugees' settlement in Tripura.&nbsp;

The agreement was signed in the presence of Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb and Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga.

Home Minister Amit Shah said that around 30,000 Bru refugees will be settled in Tripura as per the agreement and that the central government has sanctioned Rs 600 crore package for the same.

"Bru refugees will get a 40 by 30 feet plot along with a fixed deposit of Rs 4 lakhs, cash assistance of Rs 5,000 per month for 2 years and free ration," Shah announced.&nbsp;

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The chief ministers of Tripura and Mizoram welcomed the move.&nbsp;

"This will permanently solve the burning issue that has been going on for 25 years," said Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga.

Tripura CM Biplab Kumar Deb described it as a "historic" step.&nbsp;

"I want to thank the Prime Minister and Home Minister on the behalf of people of Tripura," Deb said.&nbsp;

Union Home Minister Amit Shah and representatives of Bru refugees signed a historic agreement on Thursday to end the crisis of Bru refugees. The agreement has been signed to facilitate Brus refugees' settlement in Tripura.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah and representatives of Bru refugees signed a historic agreement on Thursday to end the crisis of Bru refugees. The agreement has been signed to facilitate Brus refugees' settlement in Tripura. The agreement was signed in the presence of Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb and Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga. Home Minister Amit Shah said that around 30,000 Bru refugees will be settled in Tripura as per the agreement and that the central government has sanctioned Rs 600 crore package for the same. "Bru refugees will get a 40 by 30 feet plot along with a fixed deposit of Rs 4 lakhs, cash assistance of Rs 5,000 per month for 2 years and free ration," Shah announced. Union Home Minister Amit Shah: Approximately 30,000 Bru refugees will be settled in Tripura. Rs 600 crore package has been given for this. https://t.co/yKUbYGJesP pic.twitter.com/iPuHQlLWCO — ANI (@ANI) January 16, 2020 × The chief ministers of Tripura and Mizoram welcomed the move. "This will permanently solve the burning issue that has been going on for 25 years," said Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga. Tripura CM Biplab Kumar Deb described it as a "historic" step. "I want to thank the Prime Minister and Home Minister on the behalf of people of Tripura," Deb said.

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After four years, Mizoram assembly has passed a bill to bring back total prohibition of liquor in the northeastern state from April 1.

The state government decided to prohibit manufacture, import, sale and consumption of liquor for the common people for their general health and help in law enforcement, Excise and Narcotics Minister Dr K Beichhua said while introducing the bill.

Cutting across party lines, all the legislators supported the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Bill, 2019 and it was passed Wednesday.

The ruling Mizo National Front (MNF) had promised during the assembly election in November last year that if voted to power, it would ensure total prohibition in the state.

Total prohibition was in force in Mizoram from 1997 to 2015. The previous Congress government led by Lal Thanhawla allowed opening of wine shops in the state from March 2015.

After four years, Mizoram assembly has passed a bill to bring back total prohibition of liquor in the northeastern state from April 1. The state government decided to prohibit manufacture, import, sale and consumption of liquor for the common people for their general health and help in law enforcement, Excise and Narcotics Minister Dr K Beichhua said while introducing the bill.

After four years, Mizoram assembly has passed a bill to bring back total prohibition of liquor in the northeastern state from April 1. The state government decided to prohibit manufacture, import, sale and consumption of liquor for the common people for their general health and help in law enforcement, Excise and Narcotics Minister Dr K Beichhua said while introducing the bill. Cutting across party lines, all the legislators supported the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Bill, 2019 and it was passed Wednesday. The ruling Mizo National Front (MNF) had promised during the assembly election in November last year that if voted to power, it would ensure total prohibition in the state. Total prohibition was in force in Mizoram from 1997 to 2015. The previous Congress government led by Lal Thanhawla allowed opening of wine shops in the state from March 2015.

Mizoram assembly passes bill to prohibit liquor from April 1

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