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Aizawl, the 16th December 2023: To commemorate the 42nd anniversary of the victory in the 1971 war, Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati, the Governor of Mizoram unfurled 70 ft National Flag at Assam Rifles Headquarters, Aizawl.

The National Flag atop 70 ft High Mast is the first of its kind to have been installed in the state of Mizoram.


The ceremony was organized to commemorate Vijay Diwas and pay homage to the indomitable bravery of Indian Soldiers who made supreme sacrifice during the 1971 war.


On this occasion, it may be worthwhile to mention that the state of Mizoram witnessed incomparable participation of soldiers during the 1971 war where the fearless Mizos showed impeccable valour.


The ceremony also aims to spread a feeling of nationalism and patriotism. Lt Col Clement Lalhmingthanga, MLA (South Champhai), and former Indian football stalwart Mr Jeje Lalpekhlua, MLA (South Tuipui) also graced the historic event.

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