Lunglei: Lunglei saw a major push for heritage preservation today as Mizoram’s Art and Culture Minister C. Lalsawivunga inaugurated the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) Lunglei Chapter at the Lunglei Convention Centre. This is the second INTACH chapter in the state.

The minister welcomed the initiative and said the new chapter will play a key role in protecting the cultural heritage, traditions and historical sites of Lunglei district and southern Mizoram. He pointed to INTACH’s ongoing efforts in safeguarding the 81 State Protected Monuments under the Mizoram Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 2001.

He also recalled INTACH’s role in helping sites like Kawtchhuah Ropui, Ralven Puk and Lungphun Ropui gain recognition as Monuments of National Importance under the Archaeological Survey of India.

Lalsawivunga spoke about the State Government’s work to trace Mizo historical origins through the newly formed Hnam Tobul Zawn Chhuah Committee. He encouraged the Lunglei Chapter to collaborate closely with the government to protect heritage sites and strengthen cultural awareness among young people.

Rev. Dr F. Sangvela, the chapter’s convener, delivered the welcome address. INTACH Mizoram Chapter Member Secretary Lalramthanga also spoke at the event. Chapter Secretary JC Vanlal Hmuaka presented a report on the establishment of the unit and its future plans, noting that it already has 40 members.

The programme was attended by Lunglei West MLA T. Lalhlimpuia, officials and members of INTACH from Aizawl and Lunglei, government officials and students from Government Leitlangpui High School and Government Electric Veng High School. Cultural performances were presented by the Mizo Cultural Artists Association Sub-Headquarters, Lunglei, and Executive Committee Member C. Lalhmingmuana delivered the vote of thanks.

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