19/09/2026
PUC to Celebrate Fifth Cultural Day
Pachhunga University College (PUC) will celebrate its fifth Cultural Day from 28 September 2026, with the main celebration scheduled for 1 October. General V. K. Singh, Governor of Mizoram, will be the Chief Guest. The celebration will feature cultural showcases, performances, a costume parade, cosplay and exhibition stalls, highlighting the cultural diversity and artistic talents of the college community.
The exhibition will be inaugurated on 28 September, with stalls featuring displays by students, the Department of Art and Culture and other invited exhibitors. The main day will feature cultural presentations and artistic performances by students and staff, along with performances by renowned alumni artistes. This year's invited alumni artists include K. Hminga, Rinhlui Tlumang, Ruatpuii Darngawn and the Dream Hunter band. Nationally recognised child artiste Esther Hnamte, Mizo folk singer H Vanlalhlana and Mizo rapper Lilzo will also perform.
The college's Evangelical Union, Dance Club, Music Club and Chhawkhlei Cultural Club will participate in the programme, along with Gorkhali and Manipuri dance groups. J. Lalruatsangi, a first-semester student of the Department of Mizo, who is Praise On 2024 finalist and the recipient of the Best New Artist - Gospel in Thazual Award 2025, will also perform.
Celebrating the inclusivity and diversity of the college community, PUC Cultural Day was first organised in 2011 and subsequently held in 2015, 2018 and 2023. The occasion also features the presentation of the Laisuih Award, instituted by PUC to recognise significant contributions to Mizo culture. The award has been presented to V. Thangzama in 2011, Lalnunmawia (Valtea) in 2015, Lalnunsanga in 2018 and B. Lalthangliana in 2023.