14/10/2025
| BJP–CADC Delegation Calls on MHA Secretary in New Delhi, Urges Early Release of Compensation for Indo-Bangla Border Fencing Victims in Mizoram
By Changhma Times News | New Delhi, 14th October 2025
A delegation from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), Mizoram, met Dr. Rajendra Kumar, Secretary, Border Management, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India, at Kartavya Bhawan, New Delhi, on Monday to seek immediate disbursement of long-pending compensation for land acquired for the Indo–Bangladesh Border Fencing Project in Mizoram’s Lawngtlai District.
The delegation was led by Shri Durjya Dhan Chakma, Former Chief Executive Member, CADC and District President, BJP CADC. He was accompanied by Shri Molin Kumar Chakma, MDC & State Vice President, BJP Mizoram Pradesh; Shri Laxmi Bikash Chakma, State Council Member, BJP Mizoram; and Shri Purna Muni Chakma, Treasurer, BJP CADC.
During the meeting, the delegation submitted a detailed representation urging the Ministry to expedite the release of compensation to the affected landowners, whose lands were acquired several years ago for the fencing project.
The leaders highlighted that, despite the Judgment and Order dated 17th February 2025 of the Hon’ble Gauhati High Court (Aizawl Bench) in Writ Appeal No. WA/11/2024, directing the National Projects Construction Corporation (NPCC) Ltd. to deposit ₹31.99 crore along with interest under Section 34 of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, within three months, the NPCC has failed to comply with the court’s directive. The Court had also instructed the Government of India to provide the requisite funds to NPCC to facilitate payment — yet, no action has been taken to date.
Following the court order, the Deputy Commissioner of Lawngtlai District communicated to NPCC that the total compensation amount, inclusive of interest, stood at ₹90.95 crore, which should be immediately deposited for distribution to the 576 affected families. However, the delay continues, causing immense hardship and frustration among the displaced landowners living along the international border.
The delegation strongly appealed to the Secretary to ensure that the Hon’ble Court’s order is implemented without further delay, emphasizing that the prolonged inaction not only violates the judgment but also undermines the faith of common citizens in the justice system.
In response, Dr. Rajendra Kumar gave a patient and sympathetic hearing, assuring the delegation that the Ministry will examine the issue with due urgency and take appropriate steps in line with the Court’s directive.
The delegation expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Secretary for his time, attention, and continued commitment toward resolving issues related to border management and the welfare of affected citizens in Mizoram’s border areas.
