Mizoram Governor General Vijay Kumar Singh (Retd) revealed that security forces in the state confiscated narcotics valued at over Rs 1,047 crore in 2025-26, alongside illegal substances like arecanuts, liquor, arms, explosives, and counterfeit currency, leading to multiple arrests.
During the opening day of the 9th Mizoram Assembly’s sixth sitting, Governor Singh highlighted the state’s peaceful law and order situation in 2025-26, attributing it to proactive policing and continuous monitoring by the state police. Security measures were also bolstered along borders with the assistance of Assam Rifles and Border Security Force (BSF), resulting in significant progress against drug trafficking and smuggling.
The Mizoram assembly’s budget session, running until March 16, was addressed by the Governor, who emphasized the state government’s ongoing concerns regarding drug trafficking and substance abuse. The Excise and Narcotics Department’s efforts led to the arrest of 652 drug traffickers and the seizure of 487.128 kg of contraband drugs and 35 ganja plants in the current financial year.
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, 2019, strict enforcement continued, with 4,532 arrests and 4,915 registered cases following the notification of the Amendment Act and Rules in October 2025. Mizoram also achieved full coverage under Ayushman cards, benefiting over 2.22 lakh families and 5.91 lakh individuals.
Governor General Singh (Retd) highlighted Mizoram’s tourism growth, with a record 6,79,607 visitors from April to December 2025, including 9,606 foreigners, positioning the state as the Northeast’s fastest-growing tourism destination. The state’s focus on sports was acknowledged with awards and initiatives like the establishment of a Data and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory in collaboration with IndiaAI.
