AIZAWL, Dec 22 NNN: Mizoram Governor Vakkom Purushothaman while greeting the people of Mizoram during the yuletide said, \u201cChristmas is an important occasion for Christians worldwide because it was at Christmas that God sent His beloved Son, Jesus Christ, into the world.
\nTo Christians it represents a time of reconciliation, of peace, of hope and of happiness.
\nPreparations for the festivities are on in Mizoram as in other parts of the world and there is a general feeling of cheerfulness and goodwill.\u201d He also said that this would be his first Christmas here in Mizoram and is looking forward to enjoy the spirit of merriment and festivity which is in the air.
\nWhile reveling in the festivities of Christmas, the Governor sent a message of \u201cpeace and goodwill\u201d that was proclaimed by the angels at Christmas. He expressed confident that the celebrations in Mizoram will be in the true spirit of Christmas that is love, peace, goodwill and benevolence.
\nIn his message, the Governor expressed deeply about the state, its beautiful landscape, moderate climate provide immense scope for developing tourism and tourist related industries. Promotion and publicity of the various festivals and dances could draw tourists not only from the mainland but from different parts of the world, he said.
\nWhile commenting on the Congress flagship project, New Land Use Policy (NLUP), the governor stated that for the coordinated development of rural areas is now in full swing. However the success of NLUP rest largely on the active participation of the beneficiaries and the line departments.
\nHe also conveyed his appreciation of the active role being played by the Churches and the NGOs in supporting the Government\u2019s efforts in various projects intended for the socioeconomic uplift of the society and in enlightening the citizens of the-State on health related issues.<\/p>\n\n