Mobile Medical Unit for Mamit District launched
A new Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) was launched on 18 November to serve communities in the aspirational Mamit District, marking a major stride in strengthening last-mile primary healthcare for rural and hard-to-reach tribal populations. The unit was officially flagged off by Smt. Lalrinpuii, Hon’ble Minister of Health & Family Welfare, Mizoram, in the presence of senior officials at the Secretariat in Aizawl.
Established under the Healthcare CSR programme of TATA AIG General Insurance Company Ltd., the MMU is a joint initiative with Swasti – The Health Catalyst, and is being implemented in Mamit District by the Mission Foundation Movement (MFM). Shri Lalengmawia, IAS, Commissioner & Secretary of the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Mizoram, also attended the launch.
The gathering included Pu Lalengmawia, IAS, and Dr. Lily Chhakchhuak, Mission Director of the National Health Mission (NHM). Representatives from Swasti and Tata AIG were present, including Joseph Julian K.G, Senior Director at Swasti; Devang Pandya, Vice President & Lead, CSR & Sustainability, Tata AIG; and Madhukar Sinha, President, Government & Rural Business, Tata AIG. MFM was represented by its Executive Director, Pu Lalramchuanzela, along with members of the organisation’s staff.
Designed to reach remote villages across Mamit District with limited access to doctors and healthcare facilities, the MMU will operate with a dedicated team comprising a doctor, nurse, and support staff. The unit will offer medical consultations and promote awareness of key central government social protection and health insurance schemes.
Built on a Tata Yodha pickup at a cost of around ₹12 lakh, the MMU is equipped with a fully functional medical examination cabin. It carries an X-ray machine and diagnostic equipment valued at over ₹26 lakh, supported by essential technical personnel.
During the programme, Pu Lalengmawia highlighted the collaborative efforts behind the initiative, noting that although the Mizo community is small, collective action enables meaningful progress. He emphasised the important role of private sector partnerships in advancing the State’s healthcare goals.
MFM Executive Director Pu Lalramchuanzela thanked Tata AIG and Swasti for their support, stating that the MMU would be particularly beneficial for residents of remote and mountainous regions.
Speaking on behalf of Tata AIG, Devang Pandya outlined the company’s broader CSR work, while Madhukar Sinha shared updates on efforts to enhance access to health and livestock insurance in India’s border and tribal areas. He noted that operations had already begun in Nagaland, with plans to expand into other frontier states.
Joseph Julian K.G, Senior Director at Swasti, expressed confidence in the impact of the initiative and reaffirmed Swasti’s commitment to improving healthcare access for underserved rural populations.
The Health Minister thanked Tata AIG, Swasti, and MFM for their collective contribution, expressing hope that the MMU would significantly benefit the most remote communities in Mamit District by improving early detection of illnesses and promoting better health awareness. She also assured that the State Government remains committed to working alongside private partners for public welfare.
Dr. Lily Chhakchhuak, Mission Director, NHM, remarked that the MMU will greatly enhance the Health Department’s work in Mamit, especially during emergencies. The Health Minister added that Mizoram’s healthcare system has achieved notable progress in recent years under capable leadership.
