Reported by Henry L Khojol
Aizwal: Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Monday said the state stands to receive incentives worth Rs. 650 crores under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme during the current financial year, provided it successfully meets the required reform targets.
Speaking at a workshop in Aizawl on the SASCI programme and the Real-time System of Integrated Quick Transfers (SNA SPARSH), the Chief Minister said modern technology has significantly improved the process of receiving, monitoring and managing Central funds, enhancing both efficiency and transparency in public financial administration.
Lalduhoma, who also oversees the Finance Department, noted that SNA SPARSH has emerged as a key platform for fund flow and financial management in the state. He stressed the need for government departments to be well-versed in the system to ensure smooth execution of development schemes and projects.
Highlighting Mizoram’s achievements, he said the state had secured Rs. 350 crore under Part 9 of the SASCI scheme last year for demonstrating efficiency in financial management. He attributed the achievement to the coordinated efforts of various departments and effective fiscal governance.
The Chief Minister expressed confidence that Mizoram could maximise incentives available under different components of the SASCI programme this year as well. To support this goal, the government has decentralised certain financial powers by authorising administrative heads under the Charter of Financial Advisers, enabling faster approval and sanction of expenditure proposals.
Emphasizing fiscal discipline, Lalduhoma urged departments to utilize allocated funds promptly and ensure that SNA SPARSH accounts are settled without delay. He also called for the timely submission of Utilization Certificates, which are crucial for maintaining uninterrupted fund flow and avoiding administrative delays.
According to the Chief Minister, Mizoram is eligible to receive up to Rs. 650 crores under Parts 4 and 9 of the SASCI frameworks for 2026-27. He appealed to all departments to work in close coordination to ensure the state receives the full incentive amount, which would contribute significantly to its development initiatives.
Lalduhoma also informed officials that under the revised SASCI Part 9 guidelines, all schemes will have to be implemented through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism. The provision will extend to state welfare programmes as well, making DBT adoption mandatory across departments.