Mizoram Accelerates Rubber Mission With Training Launch and 2026 Expansion Plans

A state-run training drive with national experts kicks off to equip growers for the rubber push.

Overview

Chief Minister Lalduhoma inaugurated the programme in Aizawl and released a rubber plantation management handbook.
The government plans to plant 1,158,750 rubber saplings across 2,575 hectares during 2026.
Infrastructure support this year includes 46.5 km of approach roads to plantations, along with rubber roller machines, tapping tools and marketing facilitation.
Around 550 growers will be trained by experts from the Rubber Board of India and Servo Lubricants (IOCL), with additional sessions slated for Lunglei, Hnahthial, Lawngtlai and Siaha.
The five-year mission targets 11,500 hectares under cultivation, with officials estimating about 50,000 hectares in the state are suitable for rubber.