Mizoram marked its 39th Statehood Day on Feb. 20, 2026, with prayer gatherings and messages from national leaders, honoring its 1987 statehood after the 1986 Mizo Accord.

Mizoram celebrated its 39th Statehood Day on February 20, 2026, with prayer gatherings across the state under the theme “Come, Let Us Rebuild,” without an official ceremony. Chief Minister Lalduhoma spoke at the event in Aizawl, marking the anniversary of Mizoram’s 1987 statehood following the 1986 Mizo Accord. National leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, extended greetings, praising the state’s culture, community spirit, and progress. The day also aligns with observances by ethnic Mizo communities in neighboring regions.