Aizawl, April 11 -- With tourist arrivals to Mizoram steadily increasing, the state's Tourism Department on Friday held a meeting with leaders of the Central Young Mizo Association (CYMA) to discuss strategies for managing the influx while preserving local culture and social harmony.

The meeting, chaired by Tourism Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar, brought together senior department officials and CYMA representatives to explore coordinated efforts in tourist management, awareness campaigns, and community engagement.

Addressing the gathering, the minister described the rise in tourist numbers as a positive sign for the state's economy and visibility but cautioned against potential negative impacts if not properly managed.

He noted that since...