Mizoram University

The School of Earth Sciences at Mizoram University, Mizoram University organized a successful plantation drive on June 12, 2026, as part of the nationwide campaign "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" (A Tree for Mother).

​The event saw active participation from students, research scholars, and faculty members who assembled at the Multipurpose Hall, Mizoram University. The drive involved planting numerous saplings around the Multipurpose Hall and across designated areas of the university campus.

​The programme was graced by Prof. Laltluangliana Khiangte, i/c Vice Chancellor of Mizoram University, who attended as the Chief Guest. Dr. Nosekhol Albert Khizho, Finance Officer, Mizoram University was also present for the plantation drive.

The coordinators expressed their gratitude to the university community for making the event a success and urged everyone to take long-term responsibility for nurturing the newly planted trees.

Mizoram University is proud to announce that Dr. Sayan Dey, a faculty member from the Department of Mass Communication, recently presented his research at the prestigious 76th Annual International Communication Association (ICA) Conference, held in Cape Town, South Africa, from June 4–8, 2026.

Dr. Dey's paper, "Contingent Framing and Political Legitimization: Identity, Media and Trust in Multi-ethnic Societies," tackles one of the most pressing challenges in contemporary political communication. By integrating macro-level media systems, meso-level framing practices, and micro-level audience understandings, the study proposes a new, conditional paradigm of media effects. This research advances broader global discourses on electoral communication, identity, and trust within multi-ethnic societies—a subject deeply relevant both locally and globally.

Reflecting the high impact and quality of this work, Dr. Dey secured an exceptional lineup of competitive travel grants and fellowships from both international and national bodies:

Michael Haley Travel Grant (International Communication Association)

ICA Political Communication Divisional Grant

ICSSR Travel Grant (Indian Council of Social Science Research)

Mizoram University (MZU) Travel Grant

Mizoram University extends its heartiest congratulations to Dr. Sayan Dey on this spectacular achievement, which brings immense pride and international visibility to our institution!

The Yoga Centre, Mizoram University has successfully organized a Yoga Posture Competition on 2nd June, 2026 (Tuesday) in the Yoga Centre, MZU. Several students, research scholars, staffs and their family members have participated in the competition.

The successful participants will be awarded with cash prizes. The cash prizes and certificates will be distributed in the celebration function of 12th International Day of Yoga- 2026 on 21st June, 2026 (Sunday) in the Multipurpose Hall, Mizoram University.

The Yoga Centre, Mizoram University has successfully organized an Elocution Competition on Topic: ‘The Status of Yoga in Indian Knowledge System’ on 1st June, 2026 (Monday) in the Dept. of Hindi, MZU. Several students and research scholars of the University have participated in the competition.
The successful participants will be awarded with cash prizes. The cash prizes and certificates will be distributed in the celebration function of 12th International Day of Yoga- 2026 on 21st June, 2026 (Sunday) in the Multipurpose Hall, Mizoram University.

The Department of Horticulture, Aromatic and Medicinal Plants (HAMP) at Mizoram University hosted an official visit from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Peer Review Team (PRT) this week as part of the formal accreditation process for the department’s study programmes. The visit spanned from June 7th to June 10th, 2026.

The ICAR-PRT had an interactive session on June 8, 2026. The meeting took place at the Vice-Chancellor’s office, where members of the peer review team met with the Honorable Vice-Chancellor of Mizoram University and other senior statutory officers.

The interaction underscored the university’s dedication to fulfilling the rigorous requirements set forth by the ICAR for the accreditation of its specialized study programmes.

The Department of Environmental Science, Mizoram University, successfully organized the “Participation in Mission LIFE Activities During World Environment Day 2026, Pre-Campaign” from 3rd to 5th June 2026.

The three-day programme was conducted under the leadership of Prof. Angom Sarjubala Devi, Head of the Department, with the objective of promoting environmental awareness, conservation practices and sustainable living in alignment with the national Mission LIFE initiative ahead of World Environment Day.

A range of field-based activities were carried out with mandatory participation from M.Sc. students, Research Scholars, Non-teaching Staff and Faculty members of the Department.

On 3rd June, the focus was on Protection and Conservation of Trees in the Botanical Garden, followed on 4th June by Protection and Conservation of Bamboos in the Bambusetum.

The pre-campaign concluded on 5th June with a Cleanliness Drive in the surrounding areas of the Department. All activities commenced at 10:30 am each day and saw enthusiastic involvement from the entire departmental community.

Mizoram University organized a program for World Environment Day 2026 on 5 June 2026 at the Earth Science Dean Hall. The event was held in collaboration with the National Service Scheme (NSS), Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment), and the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India. The program was organized under the theme "Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future." alongside the slogan "One Earth. One Chance. Act Now!".

The celebration was graced by the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of Mizoram University, Prof. Dibakar Chandra Deka, who served as the Chief Guest for the occasion. Prof. Deka addressed the gathering on environmental stewardship before presiding over the ceremonial distribution of prizes and certificates to university achievers.

As part of the celebrations, a Tree Plantation Drive was conducted with the motto "Plant a Tree, Nurture Life, Secure Our Future" to plant saplings in and around the campus to make it greener, emphasizing that every tree planted today is a gift for tomorrow. Concurrently, a Poster Making Competition was organized, which was open to all students, research scholars, and faculty members.

The Poster Making Competition winners are as follows:
• First Position: Lianthangpuii (Department of Botany)
• Second Position: Rezasun Newaj Choudhury (Department of Biotechnology)
• Third Position: Parna Saha (Department of Mathematics and Computer Science)
• Consolation Prizes:
• Agniv Kar (Department of Biology)
• Dhyan Jyoti Sarmah (Department of Food Technology)

The Department of Clinical Psychology, Mizoram University, officially commenced its "2-Day Zonal Workshop on Specific Learning Disabilities" on 5th June 2026. The programme was held at the Conference Hall of the School of Education, Mizoram University.

The inaugural programme brought together institutional leadership, domain experts, and faculty members to deliberate on critical technical and psychological frameworks surrounding learning challenges.

The event commenced with a traditional opening ceremony featuring the formal presentation of Puan—the prized traditional Mizo cloth—to honor the dignitaries. Head of the Department of Psychology, Prof. Zokaitluangi, presented the Puan to the Chief Guest, Hon'ble Vice Chancellor Prof. Dibakar Chandra Deka, and the Workshop Coordinator, Dr. Laxmi Narayan Rathore.

Concurrently, Dr. Rathore presented the ceremonial Puan to the Guest of Honour, Prof. Zokaitluangi, and the Distinguished Guest, Prof. S.P.K. Jena, an eminent mental health professional.

Following the felicitations, the Workshop Coordinator and Head of the Department of Clinical Psychology, Dr. Laxmi Narayan Rathore, delivered the Welcome Address, detailing the underlying objectives and regional impact of the two-day workshop. Guest of Honour, Prof. Zokaitluangi, then delivered an address emphasizing clinical awareness and structural support in academic psychology.

In his chief guest address, Hon'ble Vice Chancellor Prof. Dibakar Chandra Deka commended the department's proactive stance in organizing this zonal event and highlighted the university's ongoing commitment to fostering inclusive education and research.

The inauguration concluded successfully with a formal Vote of Thanks.

The Department of Geology and the Centre for Petroleum Exploration are delighted to announce that Ms. Zoremsiami Pachuau has received the Best Oral Presentation Award at the 1st International Students Conference organized by the Society for Organic Petrology (held in virtual mode from April 13–15, 2026).

Ms. Pachuau is pursuing her doctoral research under the guidance of Dr. Santanu Ghosh of Mizoram University and Dr. Supriyo Kumar Das of Presidency University. Her research focuses on “Saturated and Aromatic Molecular Geochemical Fingerprints of Palaeogene and Neogene Lignite from India.”

The Department extends its heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Pachuau and her supervisors on this outstanding achievement. This prestigious recognition highlights the quality of research being carried out at Mizoram University and further strengthens the scientific presence and contributions of Mizoram University on both national and international platforms.

The Department of Environmental Science, Mizoram University, is organizing a National Seminar titled "Solid Waste Management Strategies: A Circular Economy Approach."

Scheduled for 17th–18th August, 2026, the seminar will be held in a hybrid mode, bringing together researchers, scientists, academicians, and industry professionals to explore innovative technologies, safe practices, and sustainable solutions in municipal solid waste management.

Key discussion themes include waste characterization, treatment technologies, circular economy implementation, policies, and emerging global challenges.