Why Mizoram is the 'happiest State' of India!

A study report has ranked Mizoram as the happiest State in the country. The study was conducted based on six parameters.

"Mizoram's happiness index is based on six parameters including family relationships, work-related issues, social issues and philanthropy, religion, COVID-19's effect on happiness and physical & mental health," the report, based on the study of Rajesh K. Pillania, Professor of Strategy at the Management Development Institute, Gurugram (Haryana), said.

It highlights that Mizoram gives opportunities for students for growth even in the most difficult of circumstances. "A student of the Government Mizo High School (GMHS) in Aizawl, Mizoram, has had to face many difficulties since his father abandoned his family when he was young. Despite this, he remains optimistic and excels in his studies. He hopes to become a chartered accountant, or appear for civil services exams if his first choice does not work out," the report said.

Citing another example, the report pointed out that a Class 10 student, son of a worker in milk factory and a homemaker mother, aspires to join the National Defence Academy (NDA). His parents are hopeful that their son accomplishes his dream because of his school.

"Our teachers are our best friends, we are not scared or shy of sharing with them anything," one student said. According to the report, there is a regular interaction between parents and teachers to discuss the issues faced by students.

The social structure also adds to the happiness of the youth. "It is the upbringing that adds to youth being happy or not, we are a casteless society. Also, parental pressure for studies is less here," said Sister Lalrinmawii Khiangte, a teacher at private Eben-ezer Boarding School there.

The report also points out that all children (both male and female) wakes up early in the morning. "No task is considered too small and youths typically find employment around the age of 16 or 17. This is encouraged, and there is no discrimination between girls and boys," it said.

Although there is a high number of cases of broken families, peers in similar situations, working mothers and financial independence from an early age means children are not left bereft.

Well, it is not surprising to see Mizoram taking the second place in the list of States with 100 per cent literacy. Right?