Hnahsin Kut Festival Celebrates Mizoram's Natural Beauty and Culture
Hnahsin Kut Festival Kicks Off in Champhai
Visitors from State, country and abroad flocking to the ‘rice bowl’ of Mizoram
Aizawl, Oct 7: The vibrant cosmos flowers of Champhai, which transform the paddy fields in Mizoram’s ‘rice bowl’ into a stunning tourist destination, were the highlight as the Hnahsin Kut festival commenced at Zotlang Mual on Tuesday. The event was inaugurated by Horticulture Minister C Lalsawivunga.
During his address, Lalsawivunga emphasized that Hnahsin Kut aims to promote Mizoram’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and traditional wealth through eco-cultural tourism, encouraging visitors to explore the State.
He expressed his delight at the influx of tourists from various districts of Mizoram, as well as from other states and countries, who came to experience the festival.
The minister revealed that the Horticulture Department allocated Rs 20 lakh from the Mizo Ginger Mission to support the festival's organization, which will also feature the observance of Mizo Ginger Day.
Lalsawivunga urged the community to maintain the warm and welcoming spirit of the Mizo people, noting that visitors have praised both the scenic beauty and the hospitality of the locals.
He encouraged everyone to uphold the positive elements of Mizo culture and to extend the same warmth to guests, wishing all attendees a delightful and memorable festival experience.
The Hnahsin Kut festival has seen a significant rise in popularity over the years. In 2025, tourists began arriving at the cosmos flower fields from late September, prior to the festival.
During the 2025 event, the estimated attendance reached approximately 1.2 lakh, with around 42,000 people enjoying the Mualnuam concert on the final night.
The festival also stimulated considerable economic activity in Champhai and nearby regions. Stall operators reported sales nearing Rs 2 crore during the 2025 festival, while accommodations such as hotels, guesthouses, and homestays generated about Rs 1.4 crore.
In total, the festival attracted around 5,100 visitors from within Mizoram, 805 from other Indian states, and 56 from abroad. The overall economic impact of Hnahsin Kut 2025 in and around Champhai was estimated at approximately Rs 20 crore.