India, May 20 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:

Hon'ble Chief Minister of Mizoram, Shri Lalduhoma on Tuesday, 20th May 2025, officially declared Mizoram a fully literate state, marking a historic milestone in the state's educational journey. With this achievement, Mizoram becomes the first state in India to attain full literacy.

The announcement was made during a special function held in Aizawl, the state capital, in the esteemed presence of Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon'ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Government of India, Dr. Vanlalthlana, Hon'ble Minister of School Education, Higher & Technical Education, Mizoram, S...