Mizoram Governor Graces State Level Celebrations of Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh, 2025

Aizawl, the 14th November, 2025: In a grand commemoration marking the 150th birth anniversary of the legendary tribal leader and icon of resistance against colonial rule, Bhagwan Birsa Munda, the ‘Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh – Tribal Pride Day’ was celebrated today at the Raj Bhavan Circular Lawn in Aizawl. The event, organised by the Planning & Programme Implementation (P&PI) Department, was graced by Mizoram Governor, General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh, PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd), as the chief guest.

Addressing the gathering, General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh, extended warm greetings to the people of Mizoram on the occasion of Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh, emphasising its profound significance in honouring the contributions, resilience, and enduring legacy of India’s tribal communities. He affirmed that every Indian citizen is deeply connected to tribal identity, observing that while some communities have moved away from their ancestral traditions, others -particularly the Mizos – continue to cherish and uphold their vibrant cultural heritage with pride. Commending the tribal people’s intrinsic harmony with nature and their essential role in fostering sustainability, the Governor lauded the Prime Minister’s steadfast commitment to protecting and elevating the dignity of tribal traditions.

The Governor further highlighted the pivotal role of tribal communities in India’s freedom struggle and their unified resistance against colonial rule, transcending barriers of religion or tribe. He noted that Mizoram, too, had played a vital part in this historic movement. He praised the Central Government’s forward-looking initiatives under the Prime Minister’s leadership, designed to deliver balanced and inclusive development across all tribal regions through focused programmes in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and beyond. Expressing optimism that Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh would ignite fresh dedication to sustainable progress and equitable growth, he urged every section of society to share collective responsibility in realising these aspirations.

General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh also underscored the pressing need for environmentally responsible development, cautioning against the dangers of ecological neglect. He called upon all stakeholders to unite in pursuit of the national vision of a developed India -Viksit Bharat @2047 -and made a special appeal to the Mizo tribal community to progress resolutely while safeguarding their distinct identity and cherished cultural values.

Pu Vanlaldina Fanai, Commissioner & Secretary, P&PI Department, highlighted the Ministry of Tribal Affairs’ transformative initiatives, including the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA), Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan, and grants under Article 275(1), which have significantly uplifted tribal livelihoods. He mentioned the Mizoram Government’s proactive alignment with Central schemes and acknowledged the unwavering support of officials, community leaders, NGOs, and citizens in driving development.

As part of the tribute to tribal icons, floral tributes were offered before portraits of Birsa Munda- the architect of the ‘Ulgulan Movement’ against British colonial rule – alongside Mizoram’s revered freedom fighters Nikuala, Lianphunga and Khuangchera, honoring their sacrifices for the nation. Pi Chingthanmawii, Adviser-cum-Joint Secretary, P&PI Department, delivered the welcome address and elaborated on the significance and objectives of Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh. The Mizo Cultural Organisation enthralled the audience with vibrant displays of traditional dances, attire, and customs, vividly showcasing the richness of Mizo tribal life.

The celebration also featured the inauguration of a Tribal Freedom Fighter Wall, alongside exhibitions of local crafts, handlooms, culinary delights, and innovative exhibitions. After the formal programme, the Governor personally visited the stalls, interacting with artisans and innovators to understand their work. The exhibitions will remain open to the public today and tomorrow and the Planning and Programme Implementation Department has encouraged the public to visit and participate in this event.

One of the greatest Mizo chiefs, Nikuala of Chawngtlai village, valiantly defended his people by keeping the eastern invaders at bay and maintaining peace among the Lushai tribes. Lianphunga, the courageous son of Sailo Chief Suakpuilala, fought tirelessly to protect his land from the British invasion of the Lushai Hills. He is remembered as one of Mizoram’s earliest freedom fighters who sacrificed his life for his homeland. Another legendary warrior, Khuangchera, is celebrated in Mizo history for his unmatched strength and courage. He led a brave attack on the Changsil Fort and was killed in battle in September 1890.

The event served as a powerful reminder of tribal contributions to India’s freedom and cultural tapestry, while reinforcing the collective resolve toward a prosperous and sustainable future.

 

Mizoram Larsap hovin Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh 2025 lawm (Mizo)

Aizawl, the 14th November, 2025: India ramin zalenna a hmuh theih nana tribal hruaitu thawh hlawk tak, Bhagwan Birsa Munda pianchamphaphak vawi 150-na pualin vawiin khan Raj Bhavan Circular Lawn, Aizawlah Planning & Programme Implementation (P&PI) Department buatsaihin ‘Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh -Tribal Pride Day’ lawm a ni a. He hun hi Larsap, General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh, PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd) chuan Khuallian niin a telpui a ni.

Mizoram Larsap, General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh chuan India tribal-te tana hun pawimawh tak ‘Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh’ puala Mizoram mipuite chibai bukin, hei hian India rama tribal-te chawimawiin, an hlawhtlinna, kalphung inhlanchhawn zelna leh hmasawnnate a chawilar a ni, a ti a. India rama chengte chu tribal kaihhnawih nei vek kan nih thu leh, a thenin tribal hnam ziarang leh nunphung an kalsan tawh laiin a thenin an la chhawmnung zel a, Mizote hi a la kalpui zelte zinga mi a ni, a ti a. Tribal hnamte chu an chhevela thil awmte nena lungrual taka chengho thiam, nakin zel thlenga khawsakna tlak ram a awm theih nana pawimawh tak an nih thu sawiin, tribal-te hnam ziarang leh nunphung hausa tak hunhalha chawilar a nih theih nan Prime Minister-in theihtawp chhuaha hma a lak thu a sawi bawk.

Larsap chuan India ramin zalenna a neih theih nan leh british awpbehna dodal nan sakhua leh hnam tih bik awm lova theihtawp chhuaha hmalak tlan a nih thu leh, tribal-te chu heng zinga pawimawh tak an nih thu sawiin, pawnlam awpbehna laka him nan Mizoram pawhin theihtawp a chhuah tih a sawi a. Prime Minister-in India ram hmun dangte ang bawka tribal-te chenna zawng zawngin hmasawnna a hmuh theih nana theihtawp a chhuah thu leh zirnna, hriselna leh adangahte scheme tangkai tak tak a duan thu sawiin, Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh chuan mitin thinlungah tribal-te hmasawn nana bei tura inpekna thar leh hmasawnna awmze nei a awm theih nana harh tharna thlen se a duh thu a sawi bawk.

General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh chuan hmasawnna leh kan chhevela thil awmte inhnerem taka kalkawp tir thiam a pawimawh thu leh, environment humhalh that a tul thu a sawi a. India ram hmasawn leh intodelh Viksit Bharat @2047 tihhlawhtlin a nih theih nan hnam leh khawtlang zawng zawngte rualkhai taka hmasawn a tul thu sawiin, kalkhawmte chu Mizo hnam hmasawn, a nihna leh ziarang hloh chuang lo siam tura theihtawp chhuah turin a chah a ni.

Thusawitu dang Pu Vanlaldina Fanai, Commissioner & Secretary, P&PID chuan tribal-te chawikan nana Ministry of Tribal Affairs hmalakna fakawm a tih thu sawiin, Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA), Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan, Article 275 (1) Grant leh adangte chuan tribal-te hmasawnna a thlen thu a sawi a. Mizoram Sawrkawr pawhin Sawrkar laipui scheme-te a hlawhtlin theih nan tha taka a tawiawm tlat thin thu sawiin, official, khawtlang hruaitu, NGO leh mipuite pawhin tha taka an thlawp thin avangin lawmthu a sawi bawk.

Tribal hnam zinga british awpbehna ata zalên tura beitu mihuaisente chawimawina hun hmanah hian british awpbehna ata zalênna hmu tura dodalna, ‘Ulgulan Movement’ kalpuitu, India ram puma tribal hruaitu hriat hlawh tak Birsa Munda, Jharkhand bakah Mizo zinga british rorelna dodaltu mihuaisen tak tak – Nikuala, Lianphunga leh Khuangchera te ram tana an inhlanna hriatreng nan Larsap leh official sawm bikte’n an thlalak bulah pangpar an dah a. Pi Chingthanmawii, Adviser -cum-Jt. Secretary, P&PID in kalkhawmte lawmna thu sawiin, Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh awmzia leh lawm a nih dante a sawifiah a. Mizo Cultural Organisation te’n Mizo hnam lam mawi tak takte entirin tribal hnam ziarang leh nunphungte an tarlang a ni.

Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh 2025 lawmna pual hian Tribal Freedom Fighter Wall siam a ni a. Craft, handloom leh food stall-te siam a nih bakah Innovation Exhibition siam a ni bawk a. Programme zawhfel hnu hian Larsap chuan hengte hi tlawhin an hmalak dante zawtin a kawm a. Hengte hi mipuite tlawh theih turin vawiin bakah naktuk hian hawn chhunzawm a ni dawn a, Planning & Programme Implementation Department chuan mipuite tlawh theuh turin a sawm a ni.

 

Written by: Dr. Lallawmkima Thangluah, MIS, PRO to Governor