Guwahati, Oct. 13 -- Mizoram recorded more than 6.7 lakh visitors in the first eight months of 2026, a 51% increase over the same period last year, as the state seeks to turn its growing tourism appeal into a year-round economic opportunity.

The state's tourism ambitions took centre stage on Tuesday with the opening of Mizoram Travel Fest 2026 in Aizawl. The three-day event brings together tour operators, homestay networks, culinary professionals and tourism industry representatives to explore opportunities in cultural, adventure and nature-based tourism.

The state is also pushing its vision of becoming India's "Winter Capital", using its Christmas traditions, music festivals, local cuisine and natural landscapes to attract visitors dur...