Thenzawl Joint Village Council, NGOs, and the local community on Monday organized the Thenzawl Peace City Celebration at Jt. YMA Hall, Bazar Veng. The Chief Minister of Mizoram and MLA of Thenzawl, Lalduhoma, attended as Chief Guest, with B. Lalchhanzova, Minister of Supply, as Guest of Honour.

In his address, the Chief Minister said Mizoram needs modern, well-planned towns to meet the aspirations of its people. He noted that Thenzawl is uniquely suited to become Mizoram’s first modern planned city owing to its location, balanced environment, and potential for orderly growth. “Thenzawl Peace city is not meant to rival Aizawl, but to give Mizoram a planned city that is peaceful, well-organized, and future-ready,” he stated.

Recounting his meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Chief Minister spoke about his career in the IPS and his resignation from the service to dedicate himself fully to the political struggle for peace in Mizoram. He also recalled becoming the first MP to be disqualified under the Anti-Defection Law—another consequence of his unwavering commitment to the peace process. In 1986 Mizoram overcame turmoil and achieved the lasting peace it enjoys today, making it one of the most peaceful states in India. He therefore requested the Prime Minister to establish a Peace City at Thenzawl.

In this function, Supply Minister B. Lalchhanzova, himself a native of Thenzawl, said the dream of making Thenzawl a township has long been cherished and that today’s celebration marks the beginning of its fulfilment.

C. Lalnunthara, President of Vantawng Group YMA, spoke on behalf of the people of Thenzawl, expressing gratitude to the Chief Minister for his vision and saying the community is proud that Thenzawl has been chosen as the site for Mizoram’s first modern planned city.

The programme was chaired by B. Lalrinliana, Chairman of Thenzawl Jt. VC, with Rev. Lalchhuanga delivering the invocation prayer. The function was well attended by the local community.

As earlier reported, the Central Government has approved Rs. 10 Cr. under MoHUA for the preparation of Master Plan for Peace City at Thenzawl, covering 108 sq. km, with capacity for about ten lakh residents. On 22 July, a Request for Proposal (RFP) for selection of a consultant was issued, and eighteen major companies have already expressed interest. Work on the project is expected to begin soon.