Srinagar: A media delegation from Mizoram arrived in Srinagar today as part of a five-day Press Tour organised by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Aizawl. The delegation comprises 13 media persons representing various districts of Mizoram, accompanied by two officials from PIB Aizawl.
The delegation was welcomed by Qazi Salman, Director, PIB Srinagar. On the occasion, the team held an interactive session at the PIB Srinagar.
During the interaction, discussions were held on media outreach strategies and the dissemination of government information. During the interaction, the President of the Mizoram Journalists’ Association (MJA) spoke about the historical background and formation of Mizoram State, highlighting the role of the media in fostering awareness, peace-building, and democratic engagement in the region.
The delegation also visited the Central Silk Board (CSB), Srinagar. The team was welcomed by Dr N. Sakthivel, Director, CSB–CSR&TI, Pampore, J&K, who briefed the delegates on the Board’s key initiatives, research activities, and technological interventions aimed at strengthening the sericulture sector in the region.
The interaction provided insights into advancements in silk production, capacity-building programmes for farmers, and efforts to promote sustainable livelihoods. The delegation also engaged with scientists and technical experts of CSB to understand the scientific processes and innovations supporting the silk industry.
The Press Tour is aimed at fostering greater understanding, professional exchange, and national integration by facilitating firsthand exposure to developmental initiatives, institutional frameworks, and cultural linkages between Mizoram and Jammu & Kashmir.
