Mizoram becomes India’s first fully literate state under ULLAS initiative
Aizawl: In a landmark achievement for India’s educational landscape, Mizoram has officially been declared the country’s first fully literate state under the ULLAS (Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society) initiative.
The announcement was made on Tuesday at the Mizoram University Auditorium in Aizawl by Chief Minister Lalduhoma, in the presence of Union Minister of State for Education Jayant Chaudhary.
Mizoram, which recorded a literacy rate of 91.3% in the 2011 Census, was able to bridge the remaining gap through targeted efforts under ULLAS and the Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram. These programmes reportedly identified and educated the remaining non-literate individuals in the state.
As per the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2023–24, Mizoram now boasts a literacy rate of 98.2%, surpassing the 95% threshold set by the Ministry of Education to qualify as fully literate.
“It is a transformational milestone, one that speaks to the collective will, discipline, and vision of our people,” the chief minister said. Lalduhoma added that the state’s next goal is to move beyond basic literacy and empower its citizens with digital, financial, and entrepreneurial skills for a more inclusive and holistic educational future.
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Congress’ Umesh Meti wins Bagalkot bypoll
Bagalkot: The Congress has secured a victory in the Bagalkot Assembly by-election, with its candidate Umesh Meti winning the seat after maintaining a lead from the first round of counting till the end.
The seat had fallen vacant following the death of sitting MLA H Y Meti. Umesh Meti, his son, has now been elected to the Assembly.
Party leaders attributed the victory to a combination of factors, including sympathy votes, the state government’s schemes, and campaign strategies led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and senior leader Satish Jarkiholi.
The Congress maintained a consistent lead throughout the counting process, eventually securing a decisive win in the constituency.
