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Mizoram CM Demands Transparent GBS Implementation, Pushes Ginger Projects

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma met DoNER Secretary Sanjay Jaju, demanding more systematic and transparent implementation of the 10% Gross Budgetary Support mechanism. He thanked the secretary for approving the NEC-funded 'Sustainable Cultivation of Mizo Ginger USP' project, noting the state's recognition as "Ginger Capital of India" by NITI Aayog. Lalduhoma also pushed for extending the Khankawn-Rongura Hmun road by 1.70 km under NESIDS-Roads for better connectivity. The meeting also discussed private investment for Thenzawl Golf Resort and other pending DoNER projects.

Key Points: Mizoram CM Seeks Transparent GBS, Ginger Projects

  • Mizoram CM seeks transparent 10% GBS mechanism
  • Discusses NEC-funded ginger cultivation project
  • Pushes Khankawn-Rongura Hmun road extension
  • NITI Aayog declared Mizoram 'Ginger Capital of India'
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Mizoram CM seeks transparent 10 pc GBS implementation, pushes key infrastructure and ginger projects

Mizoram CM Lalduhoma meets DoNER Secretary Sanjay Jaju, demands transparent 10% GBS implementation, pushes ginger and infrastructure projects.

"Mizoram produces high-quality and pure ginger, adding that NITI Aayog has recognised the state as the Ginger Capital of India. - Mizoram CM Lalduhoma"

Aizawl, May 11

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Monday met Union Development of North Eastern Region Secretary Sanjay Jaju and stressed the need for a more systematic and transparent implementation of the 10 per cent Gross Budgetary Support mechanism.

The expenditure under the 10 per cent mandatory GBS mechanism for Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored Schemes in the Northeastern region by non-exempted ministries, departments, and organisations (MDOs) is monitored by the DoNER Ministry.

The Chief Minister expressed gratitude to the DoNER Secretary for approving the NEC-funded project, 'Sustainable Cultivation of Mizo Ginger USP'.

He said Mizoram produces high-quality and pure ginger, adding that NITI Aayog has recognised the state as the "Ginger Capital of India".

Lalduhoma said the approved funding would significantly benefit ginger cultivators across the state.

The DoNER Secretary assured him that the matter of the GBS mechanism would receive due attention.

Meanwhile, the Chief Minister noted that under the North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme (NESIDS-Roads), the Khankawn to Rongura Hmun road can reportedly be extended by around 1.70 km to connect with the Thenzawl-Buarpui Intermediate Lane, a move expected to provide major connectivity benefits. He urged that the extension proposal be considered, and the DoNER Secretary assured that necessary steps would be taken.

Jaju also informed the Chief Minister that efforts are underway to facilitate the entry of private investors for the development and upgradation of the Thenzawl Golf Resort.

The two further discussed several pending DoNER scheme projects related to the state.

During a seminar held in New Delhi on November 24 last year, NITI Aayog formally declared Mizoram as the "Ginger Capital of India", recognising the state's reputation for producing premium-quality ginger and its rapid growth in ginger cultivation in recent years. According to an official report, more than 3.38 crore kg of ginger has been procured in 2025, while the entire support price amounting to Rs 137.72 crore has already been fully disbursed.

The Mizoram Agricultural Marketing Board (MAMB) organised a 'Ginger Buyer-Seller Meet' in December last year at Aijal Club, where buyers from different parts of the country participated. In view of the growing demand for sliced-dry ginger, Mizo-developed technologies -- Rapchung Technology and Tapchhak Technology-- designed for ginger drying and curing, will be procured under the Handholding Scheme.

- IANS

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Rohan X
Mizo ginger is seriously underrated. I've seen the quality in local markets here in Delhi - it's far superior to what we get from other states. The Rapchung and Tapchhak technologies for drying ginger sound innovative. Hope they scale this up properly.
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Preeti I
Rs 137.72 crore disbursed for ginger procurement is substantial. But the 10% GBS mechanism has been a talking point for years without much action. Let's see if this time it actually translates to better roads and infrastructure. The Khankawn road extension sounds crucial for connectivity.
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Tiffany B
Never knew Mizoram was declared the Ginger Capital! That's some really cool recognition for a small state. The Thenzawl Golf Resort development sounds interesting too - could become a nice tourist spot if done right. Private investors might actually bring good infrastructure there.
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Swati Y
I appreciate the CM's push for transparency, but we've heard such promises before. The real test will be in the ground-level implementation. Also, 3.38 crore kg ginger procured in 2025 - that's a huge number! Hope the farmers actually get fair prices and not middlemen eating into profits. 🤔
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Aditya G
The GBS mechanism is a good concept but needs stronger monitoring. Many central ministries still bypass it. Glad to see DoNER secretary promising attention. And the ginger buyer-seller meet last December shows proactive marketing. Mizo farmers deserve this recognition after years of hard work. 👏

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