Mizoram declared India’s first fully literate state

Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Tuesday declared Mizoram as the country's first fully literate state.

Lalduhoma made the announcement in the presence of Union Minister of State for Education Jayant Chaudhary at a function at Mizoram University (MZU).

"As we celebrate this achievement, we also renew our commitment to sustaining literacy through continuous education, digital access, and vocational skill training," the CM's Office quoted him as saying in a post on X.

"Let us now aim higher: digital literacy, financial literacy, and entrepreneurial skill for all Mizos," he added.