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Lawngtlai, 14th May 2026: The Lawngtlai District Development Co-ordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting was held today at the DC Conference Hall under the chairmanship of Shri Richard Vanlalhmangaiha, Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha).

Shri Richard Vanlalhmangaiha expressed gratitude to all the members attending the meeting. He emphasized the importance of sincere and effective implementation of various Centrally Sponsored Schemes within the stipulated time. Highlighting the crucial role of Line Departments, he urged officials to continue working dedicatedly for the welfare and development of the people and the district. He also stated that timely conduct of DISHA meetings is highly beneficial and appreciated the preparedness and commendable work carried out by different departments.

The MP further stressed that successful implementation of Central Government schemes in Lawngtlai District is essential for public welfare, district development, self-reliance in food production, and overall progress. He encouraged all departments to continue giving their best efforts in carrying forward developmental activities. Acknowledging that difficulties may arise during the implementation of schemes, he urged departments not to hesitate in approaching him so that possible solutions could be explored collectively.

The DISHA meeting was attended by Lawngtlai East MLA Dr. Lorrain Lalpekliana Chinzah, Adviser to the Chief Minister (H&FW, A&FW), Deputy Commissioner & Member Secretary Shri Donny Lalruatsanga, officials from various line departments, representatives from LADC and CADC, NGOs, and members of the Mizoram Journalists’ Association (MJA).

During the meeting, members reviewed the progress of various Centrally Sponsored Schemes implemented in Lawngtlai District during 2025–2026. Discussions were also held regarding challenges faced during implementation, possible solutions, future course of action, and a question-and-answer session was conducted.

The meeting discussed several schemes and programmes including RKVY, SHC, PM-KISAN and other schemes under the Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Department; PMEGP under Commerce & Industries Department; Samagra Shiksha, PM-POSHAN (Mid-Day Meal) and PM SHRI Schools under School Education Department; PMMSY under Fisheries Department; National Food Security Act and Price Monitoring under Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Department; various programmes under the National Health Mission (NHM); initiatives of Lead Bank and SBI; PMGSY and PARIVAHAN under PWD; JJM, SBM(G) and Urban Water Supply Schemes under PHE Department; initiatives under Power & Electricity Department; MGNREGS, PMAY-G, PMKSY 2.0, MzSRLM, DDU-GKY and RSETI under RD&A Department; NSAP under Social Welfare Department; various initiatives under Sports & Youth Services Department; AMRUT 2.0, PMAY- HFA(Urban) 2.0, and SBM(U) under UD&PA Department; ICDS, BBBP, PMMVY, Saksham & Poshan 2.0 and Mission Shakti under Women & Child Development Department; and DILRMP, SVAMITVA initiatives under CADC.

DISHA is a programme under the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, aimed at monitoring Centrally Sponsored Schemes across districts and strengthening coordination among departments implementing Central Government schemes. The Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) serves as the Chairman, the Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) as Co-Chairman, while the Deputy Commissioner serves as the Member Secretary.