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Dated Aizawl, the 11th June, 2026: Information, Public Relations, Printing & Stationery (IPRP&S) Minister Shri B. Lalchhanzova today held an interactive session at his office with Second-Semester Post Graduate students of Mass Communication from Arunachal Pradesh University.

Expressing his happiness at receiving the students and having the opportunity to interact with them, Minister Shri B. Lalchhanzova stated that the youth of the Northeast possess immense talent, uniqueness, and potential. He encouraged the students to bring out these talents by thinking big, expressing their views confidently, developing self-confidence, and stepping out of their comfort zones. He also urged them to maintain strong cooperation and unity with youths from other Northeastern states, emphasizing that such a spirit would contribute not only to the development of their respective states but also to the progress of the Northeast region and India as a whole. Conveying his best wishes for their future, the Minister assured the students that the people and Government of Mizoram would always be ready to extend assistance and cooperation whenever needed.

Dr. Rajeev Lourembam, Head of Office, PIB Aizawl, spoke on journalism opportunities and framework in the Central Government sector. He informed the students about various career prospects available after completing their Mass Communication studies and encouraged them to continue enhancing their skills and gaining practical experience in line with industry requirements. Thereafter, Zalen newspaper editor and President of the Mizoram Journalists' Association, Shri Vanlalrema Vantawl, also briefed the students on the practice and framework of journalism in Mizoram.

Also speaking on the occasion, PS to the Minister Shri Remlalliana Hnamte observed that the advent of social media has enabled almost everyone to function as a journalist. While acknowledging the many benefits of social media, he also cautioned against its negative aspects, noting that it can create divisions within society based on ethnicity and identity. Considering the diverse ethnic and cultural composition of Arunachal Pradesh and the Northeast region, he urged the students to act responsibly and contribute towards preserving unity and harmony.

Shri Adam Saprinsanga, Editor of The Frontier Despatch also shared his experiences and insights from the field of journalism. He explained that journalism and media can serve as powerful tools for showcasing the unique characteristics, cultures, traditions, and identities of their region to the world, while also helping to bring new flavour to the narrative of the outside world. He encouraged the students to pursue whatever they do with passion and dedication.

The interactive session was moderated by IPRP&S Department Joint Director Smt. Mina Zoliani Joute, and it was attended by IPRP&S Deputy Director Shri Pratap Chhetri and other media personnel.