Ninglun Hanghal

The recent floods in Manipur left several towns & villages, including Chandel district, disconnected & in need of urgent help. Shangnaidar Tontang rose to the challenge and helped lead the disaster management efforts.

Zorami, the first ever English language novel written by a Mizo author, tells the story of a young woman and the influences of the political unrest in her life. At the same time, it vividly describes the culture and ethos prevalent in Mizoram.

These three inspiring women have been elected as members of the male dominated district councils in tribal areas of northeast India, against all odds. From fighting patriarchal mindsets to encouraging more women participation, they are doing it all to work for development and women’s welfare in their regions.

Meet Rida Gatphoh, founder, songwriter and lead singer of 'The Musical Folks', a unique band inspired by nature and wildlife, with most band members in their 50s and 60s! Together they put up traditional Khasi shows and motivate people to think about their actions towards the environment.

While growing up in her home state of Mizoram, Pi Sangkhumi witnessed various atrocities and injustice meted out to women. She realized that it was largely due to the archaic laws, regressive customs, and low levels of literacy and awareness among women. She made it her life's mission to make things right, and now, after 40 years of hard work, she has reason to smile!