Archive · 14 Aug 2025
IRCTC, Mizoram Govt. Partner to Boost Tourism Via New Rail Link
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is working with the Mizoram government to bring more tourists to Mizoram.
This is happening because the capital city, Aizawl, will soon have a train connection, making it easier for people to visit.
IRCTC and the Mizoram government signed an agreement.
IRCTC will help promote tourism, and the state will provide places for tourists to stay.
They will also create special travel packages.
They plan to create affordable and sustainable travel experiences, focusing on the state's culture and natural beauty.
This project aims to bring more tourists to Mizoram and boost the local economy.
IRCTC signed an MoU with Mizoram Government to boost tourism.
The agreement aims to promote both inbound and outbound tourism.
IRCTC will act as the marketing agency, Mizoram Tourism will provide infrastructure.
Aizawl will be connected to the Indian Railways network soon.
A special tourist train by IRCTC will include Aizawl.
- Who
- Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) and Mizoram Government.
- What
- IRCTC and Mizoram Government signed MoU to boost tourism with improved railway connectivity.
- When
- The MoU was signed in August 2025.
- Where
- Mizoram, India.
- Why
- To promote tourism and create economic opportunities with the upcoming railway connectivity to Aizawl.
- Agreement Partners
- IRCTC and Mizoram Government
- Purpose
- To promote tourism in Mizoram
- Railway Project
- Bairabi–Sairang New Railway Line Project
- Key Destination
- Aizawl
- Train Program
- Discover NE beyond Guwahati
- Duration
- Two Years