India, Mizoram-a Myanmar raltlante chhawmdawl nana thawk chhuah Chin nula zai thiam Rebecca Fanai-in The Compassion Project chu hlawhtling takin a hnu a khar thei ta a ni.
US-a awm Rebecca Fanai hian The compassion Project hmangin November 6 atang khan Mizoram State hmun hrang hranga raltlan Camp te tlawhin chawlhkar 3 chhung chhawmdawlna hlanin a tlawh a, November 23 khan hlawhtling taka a hnu a khar thu hriat a ni.
Rebecca Fanai leh a thawhpui te hian Mizoram District 6; Aizawl, Mamit, Kolasib, Lunglei, Lawngtlai leh Champhai-a raltlan camp hmun 20-ah Myanmar atanga ralltante hnenah chhawmdawlna chi hrang hrang an pek thu hriat a ni bawk.
The compassion Project hian thil 3 a nei a, raltlante tan damdawi hmanga enkawl te, hriselna zirtirna bakah naupang leh hmeichhe lam mamawh thil chi hrang hrang a tul anga tanpui a ni a.
The compassion Project leh Rebecca Fanai leh a thawhpui; Chin Health Organization (CHO), Myanmar Refugees Relief Committee-Mizoram (MRRCM), NGO United for Democratic Myanmar(NUDFM), Kalay Crisis Support Team(KCST), Youth For Myanmar(YFM), Matupians, Sevenday Adventist damdawi in leh tlawmngai hrang hrang ten an tawiawm thu hriat a ni.
Rebecca Fanai hian hun rei lo teah US-ah kir leh a tum a. The compassion Project feh chhuahnaa a thawhpui te hnenah lawmthu a sawi nasa hle.
Myanmar-a Military council ten kum 2021 February 1 atanga sorkarna an lak atang khan Rebecca Fanai hian an Talen tha tak hla sak hmangin Revolution a beih thu hriat a ni.
Aizawl, Nov 29 (IANS): With nearly 300 Kuki-Chin tribals, who fled from the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) in Bangladesh and are already Mizoram, the state government believes that there may be a fresh influx of refugees with authorities in the bordering Lawngtlai district making advance arrangements.
Lawngtlai Deputy Commissioner Amol Srivastava told IANS on Tuesday that more Chin-Kuki tribals are likely to come to Mizoram to escape from the troubles in the CHT.
"We have to be prepared to deal with the fresh refugees, if any. Considering the humanitarian aspects, we have to provide relief, food and shelter to the refugees, if they come to the state seeking shelter," Srivastava said.
Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil) of Chawngte, T.T. Beikhaizi said that of the around 300 refugees, 161 are women and girls and they came in phases to Lawngtlai since November 20.
The tribals are now lodged at a community hall, school and a sub-centre in Parva-3 village, near the tri-junction of Mizoram, Bangladesh and Myanmar.
The refugees have fled from their ancestral homes in the CHT in the wake of an armed conflict between the Bangladesh Army and the Kuki-Chin National Army (KNA), also known as Kuki-Chin National Front (KNF).
The KNA is an underground militant outfit, demanding sovereignty for the Chin-Kukis residing in Rangamati and Bandarban districts of CHT and to protect the tribals' tradition, culture and livelihood.
Besides the district administration, churches, various NGOs, including the Young Mizo Association and individuals, are providing food and other relief aid.
The Lawngtlai Deputy Commissioner on Monday held a meeting with officials, NGOs and other concerned authorities, and reviewed the situation and discuss provision of humanitarian assistance to the Bangladeshi nationals.
The meeting also discussed action plans in view of a possible fresh influx from the neighbouring country.
The tribal refugees said that after the armed conflict with the KNA started a month ago, the "Bangladesh Army in association with the Arakan Army raided many villages, and assaulted and arrested many tribals while some were forcibly sent to jail without any fault and prevented them from going from one village to another".
"The soldiers threatened to kill us. Many of our people are missing. We were totally unsafe in our villages. The Muslim people boycotting us socially. We used to sell our agricultural and horticultural produce in the markets but the Muslims refused to buy anything from us," said Bawilianthang, an elderly refugee leader.
The Chin-Kuki tribals and the Mizos in Mizoram belong to the Zo community and share the same culture and ancestry besides they all are Christians.
The Bangladeshi tribals came at a time when the Mizoram government is struggling to provide food and shelter to over 30,500 Myanmar nationals, who sheltered in the northeastern state after the military seized power in the country through a coup in February last year.
Majority of the Myanmar refugees, including 11,798 children and 10,047 women, are sheltered in more than 156 camps in all 11 districts in Mizoram while a large number of them took shelter in the relatives' houses, community centres, rented houses, government buildings and shelter houses.
Mizoram shares 318 km unfenced borders with Bangladesh and 510 km frontiers with Myanmar, guarded by the Border Security Force and the Assam Rifles, respectively.
ON 26th November 2022, we went on a short but exciting trip to Nandi Hills, a popular tourist spot near Bengaluru, Karnataka. We were six people (from UTC Bengaluru) in total—including a couple and a baby. We started early in the morning by bus from Bengaluru, full of excitement and energy. Along the way, we had to change buses two times, and finally, we took a shared auto to reach the hilltop. The journey, though a bit long, was enjoyable and filled with laughter.
Why Nandi Hills Is Famous
Nandi Hills is well known for its beautiful sunrise, cool weather, and peaceful natural surroundings. The place is wonderful and blissful, with fresh mountain air and lush greenery all around. It is located about 60 km from Bengaluru and stands at an altitude of approximately 1,478 meters above sea level. Tourists love the green valleys, mist-covered slopes, and ancient structures. It is also a popular destination for trekking, cycling, and weekend getaways from the busy city life.
Nandi Hills – Origin of Six Rivers
One fascinating fact about Nandi Hills is that it is the origin of six rivers, which flow in different directions and support many regions in southern India:
1.Penna River (Uttara Pinakini) – Flows towards the Deccan Plateau and discharges into the Bay of Bengal.
2. Arkavathi River – Flows westward and joins the Cauvery River.
3.Palar River – Flows eastward and is a major water source for Chennai City.
4.Chitravathi River – Flows towards Puttaparthi (Andhra Pradesh) and joins the Pennair River.
5.Papagni River – Flows through Rayalaseema (Andhra Pradesh) and merges with the Pennar River.
6.Dakshina Pinakini (South Pinakini) – Flows towards Hosur (Tamil Nadu) and finally empties into the Bay of Bengal.
This makes Nandi Hills not just beautiful, but also geographically important.
Origin and Meaning of the Name “Nandi”
The name “Nandi” comes from the sacred bull Nandi, the vehicle (vahana) of Lord Shiva in Hindu mythology. In Kannada, the local language, “Nandi” means joyful or happy. At the top of the hill, there is a large stone statue of Nandi, placed outside an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is believed that the hills are named after this sacred figure—hence the name, Nandi Hills.
Our Experience
When we reached the hilltop, the view was breathtaking. The sky turned golden as the sun rose slowly behind the hills. The air was fresh and cool. We took many photographs and enjoyed walking around the scenic areas.
However, we had an unexpected and memorable adventure. A monkey suddenly snatched the bag from the woman in our group—without us even noticing. Within seconds, it climbed a tall tree and sat comfortably on a branch, curiously peeking into the bag. We struggled for nearly 30 to 40 minutes, trying to call, scare, and even plead with the monkey to drop the bag.
Instead, the monkey opened the zipper, and began pulling out items one by one. Cosmetics, ID cards, and other small belongings started falling from the tree. We had to search the bushes and grass below to recover the scattered items. Thankfully, we found most of them, although a few things were lost or damaged. It was both a stressful and funny moment, and it taught us an important lesson!
Monkeys are everywhere on Nandi Hills, and visitors should be very careful with personal belongings. If you are carrying chips or any eatables, they will likely follow you wherever you go. If you’re kind enough, you can feed them—but always do so carefully and avoid teasing them.
Later, we visited the ancient Nandi Temple, explored the remains of Tipu Sultan’s Fort, and sat under the shade of trees, enjoying the peace and quiet. Even the baby in our group seemed happy with the fresh mountain air.
We shared some snacks, had a small picnic, and laughed about the monkey story. By late afternoon, we began our return journey, tired but joyful.
Final Thoughts
Nandi Hills is a perfect place for a one-day trip, especially for those who love nature, history, and peaceful surroundings. It is not far from Bengaluru and is suitable for families, friends, and even solo travellers. Just remember to hold your things tightly and stay alert—because the monkeys are always watching!
We had a wonderful time, and it will remain one of our most unforgettable trips.
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