Mizoram: Amit Shah to gift millions for development project

30 Mar 2023 CW Team

On April 1, according to a report from an official, Union Home Minister Amit Shah would officially open and lay the cornerstone for development projects worth $24,140 million in Mizoram.

On the first day of the following month, Shah will visit the northeastern state where he will officially open and lay the cornerstone for six significant projects totaling 24140 million.

The Assam Rifles Battallion Headquarters Complex in Zokhawsang, which cost 1630 million dollars to build, and the 'Integrated Command and Control Centre' (ICCC) under Smart City Limited (ASCL), which cost 1192 million dollars to build, are two of the projects that fall under this category.

The Home Minister will also lay the cornerstone for the construction of the Laldenga Center, the Aizawl Bypass (Package-3), the Zorinpui-Longmasu NH-502A, and the Aizawl Bypass (Package-1) of the NH-6.

The programme will be attended by several high officials from both the federal and state governments. The district administration has finished making arrangements for the Union Home Minister's arrival.

In a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit last week, Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga thanked him for keeping his pledge to officially open the Assam Rifles Battallion Complex in Zokhawsang and lay the cornerstone for the Laldenga Culture Center.

Laldenga, the leader of a cessationist campaign for 20 years, from 1966 to 1986, and the first chief minister of Mizoram when the territory attained independence in 1987, founded the Mizo National Front (MINF), which is currently in power.

Infrastructure Transport

24 Oct 2025

Bengaluru Unveils Rs 1,200 Bn Infra Upgrade Plan

Bengaluru is set to receive a massive infrastructure boost worth Rs 1,200 billion under new projects planned by the Karnataka government to enhance urban mobility and connectivity. The initiative includes the expansion of the city’s metro network, construction of tunnel roads, elevated corridors, and 500 km of white-topping works to improve road durability. The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) and Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) will jointly execute the projects. Key projects include tunnel roads between Hebbal and Mekhri Circle, 25 new signal-free corridors, and ..

Cochin Shipyard delivers first indigenous ASW vessel ‘Mahe’ to Navy

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has delivered INS Mahe, the first indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), to the Indian Navy. The vessel is part of an eight-ship series being constructed under the Navy’s “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative to strengthen coastal defence capabilities. Designed and built entirely in India, Mahe features advanced sensors and weapon systems for detecting and neutralising underwater threats in coastal waters. The vessel underwent extensive sea trials before delivery, demonstrating high performance and manoeuvrability. This milestone reinfo..

Vedanta Group to invest Rs 1,000 billion more in Odisha projects

Vedanta Group has announced an additional investment of Rs 1,000 billion in Odisha to expand its operations across metals, energy, and downstream industries. Anil Agarwal, Chairman, made the announcement during the third edition of the Make in Odisha conclave, highlighting the state’s pivotal role in India’s industrial growth.The investment will focus on strengthening Vedanta’s aluminium and copper businesses, establishing new value-added facilities, and boosting employment in the region. The company already operates large-scale plants in Jharsuguda and Lanjigarh, contributing significan..