Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Mizoram and met seven-year-old singing sensation Esther Lalduhawmi Hnamte. During the visit, he gifted her a guitar after she performed a heartfelt rendition of Vande Mataram in Aizawl on Saturday.

Expressing his admiration, Shah took to X (formerly Twitter) and wrote, “Love for Bharat unites us all. Deeply moved to listen to Mizoram’s wonder kid Esther Lalduhawmi Hnamte, singing Vande Mataram in Aizawl today. The seven-year-old’s love for Bharat Mata poured out into her song, making listening to her a mesmerizing experience.”

Esther Hnamte’s Journey to Fame

Hnamte first gained national recognition in 2020 when a video of her singing Maa Tujhe Salaam went viral. Since then, her powerful voice and patriotic spirit have won hearts across the country. As a result, the Mizoram government honored her with multiple awards, including a special appreciation from the Governor.

Amit Shah’s Visit to Mizoram

Currently, Amit Shah is on a three-day visit to Assam, which began on March 14. However, on Saturday, March 15, he traveled to Mizoram to attend a land transfer ceremony. During the event, the Assam Rifles officially handed over land to the Mizoram government.

While addressing the gathering, Shah praised the Assam Rifles for their dedicated service. Furthermore, he highlighted their commitment to security through fraternity. In his post on X, he wrote, “The Assam Rifles has served the people of Mizoram through the guiding principle of security through fraternity. Today, the force set an exemplary standard in commitment to the people by handing over a significant portion of its land to the state govt for the benefit of the people.”

The Assam Rifles has served the people of Mizoram through the guiding principle of security through fraternity. Today, the force set an exemplary standard in commitment to the people by handing over a significant portion of its land to the state govt for the benefit of the… pic.twitter.com/fAhauOMOn9

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) March 15, 2025

Relocation of Assam Rifles Headquarters

In addition, Shah spoke about the long-standing demand to relocate the Assam Rifles Headquarters from central Aizawl to Zokhawsang. He described this move as a major step in the Indian government’s efforts toward Mizoram’s development.

Moreover, he stressed that this relocation is not just an administrative decision but a symbol of the government’s commitment to the Mizo people. For over 30 years, the people of Mizoram had been requesting this shift due to the state’s unique geography. Acknowledging this, Shah said, “This demand, which has been around for 30-35 years, is now set to be fulfilled due to an important decision by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This is not just an administrative decision but a symbol of the Indian government’s responsibility towards the Mizo people.”

Development of the Northeast Under Modi Government

Additionally, Shah highlighted how the Modi government has been transforming the Northeast over the past decade. He pointed out key developments in tourism, technology, agriculture, and entrepreneurship. As a result of these efforts, the region is witnessing significant growth and unity.

In conclusion, Shah reiterated the government’s unwavering dedication to the Northeast’s progress. Through various initiatives, the Modi-led administration continues to foster development and improve the lives of people in the region.