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The Department of Sociology held an alumni event titled ‘An Interaction with Reuben Lalzawmliana’ on October 8, 2024. The programme was divided into two sessions. The first part of the session witnessed an inspiring motivational speech delivered by the resource person where he shared how he overcame hardships. The second session witnessed the felicitation of Sociology rank holders from the previous years. Reuben was the gold medalist in the 2011 MZU-UG Examination. He held the posts of Assistant General Secretary, GAC Students Union 2010 and Vice President, GAC Students Union 2011.

The programme was attended by 6 faculty members and all 1st, 3rd and 5th Semester students of the Department of Sociology.

The National Symposium on "Vision Aizawl City After 20 Years: Making Aizawl Liveable and Safe City" was held on October 7, 2024, at Government Aizawl College, Mualpui. The event was organized by the Departments of Political Science and Education, and inaugurated by Hon'ble Home Minister Mr. K. Sapdanga, who stressed the importance of vision, morality, education, and self-employment skills. 147 students and 25 faculties attended the programme.

Key Takeaways from the Symposium:

- Making Aizawl Liveable: Mr. CC Lalchhuangkima, CEO of ASCL, highlighted the need for reliable public transport, junction improvement, solar rooftops, efficient traffic management, rainwater harvesting, proper drainage, and public spaces to make Aizawl a liveable city in 20 years.

- Vision for Urban Infrastructure after 20 Years in Aizawl: Mr. Andrew Lalhruaia emphasized the crucial role of urban infrastructure in a city's economy and quality of life, referencing Aizawl's Master Plan (2030 and 2040) as development guidelines.

- Urban Local Governance after 20 years: Mr. Lalremruata Kullai discussed the history of local self-governance in India and the formation of the Aizawl Municipal Corporation (AMC).

- Vision for Urban Mobility: Mr. HVL Zarzoenga presented a 20-year plan for transforming Aizawl's transportation landscape, stressing the importance of sustainability and public transportation.

- Vision for Aizawl Liveable City after 20 years: Mr. Benjamin L. Saitluanga noted Aizawl's rapid growth and the need for devolution, strategic branding, and addressing housing challenges, highlighting the city's unique vertical transition spaces that prevent sprawling slums.

- Urbanism in Contemporary Northeast India: Mr. Ramengmawia emphasized the rise of innovative urban practices customized to meet local requirements and underscored the increasing significance of specialized urban studies programs offered by Indian universities.

The National Symposium on "Vision Aizawl City After 20 Years: Making Aizawl Liveable and Safe City" was held on October 7, 2024, at Government Aizawl College, Mualpui. The event was organized by the Departments of Political Science and Education, and inaugurated by Hon'ble Home Minister Mr. K. Sapdanga, who stressed the importance of vision, morality, education, and self-employment skills. 147 students and 25 faculties attended the programme.

Key Takeaways from the Symposium:

- Making Aizawl Liveable: Mr. CC Lalchhuangkima, CEO of ASCL, highlighted the need for reliable public transport, junction improvement, solar rooftops, efficient traffic management, rainwater harvesting, proper drainage, and public spaces to make Aizawl a liveable city in 20 years.

- Vision for Urban Infrastructure after 20 Years in Aizawl: Mr. Andrew Lalhruaia emphasized the crucial role of urban infrastructure in a city's economy and quality of life, referencing Aizawl's Master Plan (2030 and 2040) as development guidelines.

- Urban Local Governance after 20 years: Mr. Lalremruata Kullai discussed the history of local self-governance in India and the formation of the Aizawl Municipal Corporation (AMC).

- Vision for Urban Mobility: Mr. HVL Zarzoenga presented a 20-year plan for transforming Aizawl's transportation landscape, stressing the importance of sustainability and public transportation.

- Vision for Aizawl Liveable City after 20 years: Mr. Benjamin L. Saitluanga noted Aizawl's rapid growth and the need for devolution, strategic branding, and addressing housing challenges, highlighting the city's unique vertical transition spaces that prevent sprawling slums.

- Urbanism in Contemporary Northeast India: Mr. Ramengmawia emphasized the rise of innovative urban practices customized to meet local requirements and underscored the increasing significance of specialized urban studies programs offered by Indian universities.

The Department of Political Science held a program on October 7, 2024, as part of Alumni Week. Mr. Malsawmzuala Ralte, Chairman of Mizo Youth Commission and Corporator of AMC Ward XVIII, was the resource person.

Mr. Malsawmzuala Ralte delivered an inspiring speech, emphasizing the importance of setting clear goals and a well-defined aim. He highlighted MYC initiatives, including coaching for competitive exams, skill development programs, and ongoing projects for youths. Stressing the value of skills acquisition, particularly language proficiency, he encouraged students to enhance their English skills. He ended his speech saying "Be the one who fails failure itself. Set a clear goal, work diligently, and strive for excellence." to inspire the students. The program concluded with a productive Q&A session and the students had a fruitful interaction.

The program was held at the V Semester Political Science Core Room and attended by 80 V semester students.

The Mizo Department undertook a field trip on October 4, 2024 with 60 students and 5 faculty members. They visited the Mizo traditional village set up at Falkawn, Sibuta Lung at Tachhip and Kaphleia Thlan along with the home of Khamliana (L) at Lungleng.

Faculty members Prof. C Vanlalhruaia, Daniel Vanlaldampuia and Lalnunzauva delivered explanatory lectures for each of the places they visited.