Mizoram is declared as the happiest state in India by a research

According to a study conducted by Rajesh K. Pillania, professor of strategy at the Management Development Institute in Gurugram, Mizoram has been declared as the happiest state in India.

The report says "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 and mental health, 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. 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."

A research says that the gives students opportunity for growth even in the most difficult situation. Mizoram is the second state to have 100% literacy.

The researchers says, the social structure of Mizoram also affects the happiness of youth. It can be seen that children, regardless of gender, starts working at a young age. Teachers often keep meeting students parents to discuss what problems they might be facing. One student said "Our teachers are our best friends, we are not scared or shy of sharing with them anything" 

“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 said.