HAKHA, Chin State, 12 June 2026 – The Third Chin State Parliament’s Second Regular Session entered its fifth day on 11 June, with 11 representatives convening in Hakha town to address pressing humanitarian, infrastructure, and administrative concerns affecting the state’s recovery.
The session, chaired by Speaker Mr. Kawl Lian Thang, achieved an attendance rate of approximately 86.67%, underscoring the ongoing efforts of regional representatives to maintain governance amid a complex and volatile security landscape.
A primary focus of the day’s discussions was the restoration of conflict-affected infrastructure. Mr. Sang Uk Mang, representing Hakha Constituency No. 2, sought clarification on government timelines and strategies for rebuilding damaged civilian homes in Chuncung village.
In response, Mr. Win Zaw Oo, Minister for Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation, outlined a procedural framework for reconstruction. He emphasized that local committees must first submit formal damage assessments to the Township Management and Administration Committee, which will subsequently be vetted by the Chin State Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Committee for approval.
Infrastructure development also took center stage regarding the Kaptel village water supply. Mr. Thang Sian Thawng (Mindat Constituency No. 2) advocated for the village’s critical needs, prompting a detailed response from Mr. Pau Za Lian, Minister for Agriculture, Livestock and Irrigation.
The Minister noted that a spring-water supply project—funded by a 29.5365 million kyat federal allocation—was completed during the 2020-2021 fiscal year. Addressing concerns about current capacity for the village’s population of approximately 3,664, the Minister indicated that further support remains contingent on future funding availability.
Local media, including The Zomi Times, publicly welcomed the representative’s initiative, highlighting the vital importance of this infrastructure to local livelihoods.
The assembly also addressed administrative stability, with Mr. Tin Ka Cin (Tedim Constituency No. 2) inquiring about the potential reinstatement of absent civil servants. The Minister for Agriculture, Livestock and Irrigation clarified that a pathway for return exists: employees wishing to rejoin their posts must apply through their respective departments. These applications are currently being processed under the guidelines of Public Service Board Order No. 69/2024, issued on 1 August 2024.
The parliamentary session concluded at 10:30 am, marking another chapter in the state’s effort to manage governance in a time of crisis.#
