Aizawl, Oct. 23 -- Mizoram's largest and most influential voluntary organisation, the Young Mizo Association (YMA), began its 75th General Conference at Chengkawlawn Run, Sakawrdai, drawing thousands of members from across the state for its biggest gathering yet.

Chief Minister Pu Lalduhoma announced that the government has sanctioned Rs 100 crore for the construction of a YMA Centre at Thingsulthliah.

Founded on June 15, 1935, in Aizawl as the Young Lushai Association (YLA), later renamed the YMA in 1947, the organisation has long been at the heart of Mizo society, devoted to cultural preservation, community service, and social welfare. It is considered one of the oldest and largest NGOs in Northeast India, with a membership base that ...