Union Minister reviews implementation of central schemes in Mizoram districts

Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse checked how central government schemes are running in Saitual and Kolasib districts of Mizoram on 15 and 16 September 2026. The visit covered sports infrastructure, youth activities, farming, health services, and income support.

Scheme updates

• Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan: The Minister told officials to improve teamwork between youth groups and police to stop drug abuse.
• Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP): Officials must fix website access problems to speed up help for 25 local businesses in Kolasib.
• Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana: The Minister asked for corrections in beneficiary lists so all eligible families get benefits under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana.
• Khelo India Scheme: The Minister noted how the Khelo India Scheme helps grow sports at the local level.
• MY Bharat: About 9,000 youth are signed up on the MY Bharat platform in Kolasib, and more volunteers should join.
• VB-GRAM-G: Construction of football and volleyball grounds is going on in 51 villages in Kolasib.

In Kolasib, Krishi Vigyan Kendra gives technical advice to over 5,000 farmers. The district also has 102 active cooperatives and a Janaushadhi Kendra to help the local economy.