After a three‑year break, Mizoram’s three‑day Anthurium Festival reopened on Thursday in the villages of Ailawng and Reiek in Mamit district, running from October 1 to 3. The event blends horticulture, adventure, indigenous culture, music and local tourism, officials said.
The festival is organised by Mizoram Tourism in partnership with the Department of Horticulture. Its goal is to showcase the state’s anthurium cultivation alongside its mountain landscapes, cultural heritage, traditional games, cuisine, handicrafts and village tourism.
Tourism Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar said the festival’s return reflects the government’s vision of promoting tourism that benefits local communities. He urged visitors to use local transport, dine on local food, buy from local businesses and experience traditions, thereby widening the sector’s benefits.
Horticulture Minister C. Lalsawivunga opened the inaugural programme. The festival highlights the growth of anthurium cultivation, including a women‑led movement with the Zo Anthurium Growers Society. Growers supply the flower to markets across India and beyond, and the festival offers flower shows, nursery visits and garden experiences.
In addition to horticulture, visitors can explore attractions such as Ngai Tlang, Ailawng Tlang, Reiek Tlang, the Reiek Tlang Sunrise Trek, cave explorations, a rose garden, heritage village, traditional sports, folk performances, a fashion show, local cuisine and handicraft exhibitions. The closing concert on October 3 and the cultural programme on October 2 feature Mizo artistes, while the event is expected to create economic opportunities for transport operators, shops, eateries, homestays, guides, artisans and flower growers. The festival is part of Mizoram’s 2026 tourism and festival calendar, continuing until October 3 in western Mizoram’s Mamit District.
