Mizoram Statehood Day 202 Every year on February 20, Mizoram, one of the northeastern Indian states, observes its Foundation Day. This marks the day in 1987 when the state became the official 23rd state of India.
Chief Minister Pu Lalduhoma joins in commemorating Mizoram State Day organised by 2 AR, at the Assam Rifles War Memorial in Aizawl. Together with esteemed officials, he lays a wreath, paying tribute to the fallen. #MizoramStateDay #Remembrance 🌺🕊️ pic.twitter.com/dxqTcuZW2I
— CM Office Mizoram (@CMOMizoram) February 20, 2024
My finest greetings to the dynamic people of Mizoram on their Statehood Day.
— Pema Khandu པདྨ་མཁའ་འགྲོ་། (@PemaKhanduBJP) February 20, 2024
Mizoram, a home to people living in harmony with nature, is witnessing all-round development.
May the State continue to achieve new glories under the leadership of Hon CM Shri @Lal_Duhoma Ji.…
Statehood Day wishes to the people of Mizoram. India is very proud of Mizoram's unique cultural tapestry, its rich beauty and the warm-hearted spirit of its people. The Mizo culture is very inspiring, embodying a blend of tradition and harmony. Praying for the continuous…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 20, 2024
About Mizoram
Mizoram is a mountainous region with steep hills separated by rivers that create deep gorges between them. Phawngpui or the Blue Mountain is the highest peak (2210m). The Tropic of Cancer runs through the state.
| Governor: Kambhampati Hari Babu Chief Minister: Zoramthanga Capital:Aizawl Legislature:Unicameral Lok Sabha seats:1 Judicature:Guwahati High Court Languages:Lushai, English Population density:42/sq km No. of districts:8 Main crops:Paddy, maize, soyabean, ginger, turmeric, chilli Rivers:Tlawang, Tlau, Chhimtuipui Minerals:Coal, limestone, natural gas Industries:Handloom, flour mills Airport:Aizwa |
Mizoram Statehood Day 2024: History
Like many other northeast Indian tribes, the origin of the Mizos is shrouded in mystery. They are generally accepted as part of a great Mongoloid wave of migration from China. After being annexed by the British in 1891, for the first few years, Lushai Hills in the north remained under Assam while the southern half remained under Bengal. Both these parts were amalgamated in 1898 into one district called Lushai Hills District under the Chief Commissioner of Assam.
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Mizoram Foundation Day 2024: Significance
As it honours their identity and accomplishments, Mizoram Foundation Day is a significant day for the Mizo people. The day serves as a reminder of the hardships and sacrifices the Mizorami people made in order to become a state. Additionally, it is a day to honour the achievements of the state since it was founded.
Mizoram has advanced significantly over time in a number of areas, including infrastructure, healthcare, and education. The state has also made great strides towards empowering women and advancing gender equality.
Mizoram Statehood Day 2024: Interesting Facts
- 'Mi' of Mizoram means people, 'zo' means hills, and 'ram' means country, hence Mizoram is the country of people living in hills.
- Mizoram is the 2nd least populous state in the country after Sikkim. It is also the 5th smallest state in India.
- 91% of the state of Mizoram is covered by Forest. The State of Forest Report 2017 states that Mizoram has the highest forest cover as a percentage of its geographical area of any Indian state, being 86.27% forest.
- Bamboo is most common in Mizoram, around 44% of the state’s area is bamboo-bearing.
- Mizoram is called a peninsula state as it is surrounded by international borders on three sides.
- Phawngpui Tlang also known as the Blue Mountain, situated in the southeastern part of the state, is the highest peak in Mizoram at 2,210 meters.
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