Aizawl, March 27 – Mizoram Governor General Vijay Kumar Singh (Retd) described the 51.38 km Bairabi-Sairang railway line as a transformative project for the state's hilly terrain on Friday.
The new railway line, inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi on September 13, 2025, is expected to significantly boost connectivity and economic development in the mountainous state of Mizoram. Speaking to visiting media personnel, the Governor said that the project is planned to be extended further southward by over 200 km to Zorinpui in southern Mizoram.
This extension will connect to the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project, eventually linking to Paletwa and the Sittwe Port in Myanmar.
He emphasized that such enhanced connectivity is expected to usher in transformative socio-economic development not only for Mizoram but for the entire Northeast region and the country as a whole.
On border security, General Singh (Retd) acknowledged that Mizoram's proximity to international borders makes it vulnerable to drug smuggling attempts.
He assured that the government remains vigilant and is committed to preventing illegal cross-border activities, including trafficking and other unlawful transactions.
The Governor added that as a predominantly tribal and Christian-majority state, Mizoram benefits from the constructive influence and active role of the Church, the Young Mizo Association, and other NGOs in upholding social discipline and harmony.
He underscored Mizoram's strategic importance, despite its relatively small population and compact geographical area. The state is uniquely positioned at the tri-junction of India, Myanmar, and Bangladesh, making it a key player in India's Act East Policy.
He highlighted the cordial relations Mizoram maintains with neighbouring countries, which have contributed to a largely peaceful border atmosphere with few major incidents.
Reflecting on the state's history, he recalled that although Mizoram experienced unrest in the past, the historic Mizoram Peace Accord of 1986 marked the beginning of enduring peace and stability.
He described Mizoram as one of India's most literate states, officially recognized as the country's first fully literate state, and popularly known as the "Ginger Capital of India."
The Governor also spoke about the impressive pace of development across multiple sectors in the state.
