Kolasib

Kolasib is a town located in the northern part of Mizoram, India. It serves as the headquarters of the Kolasib District. Situated along the border with the state of Assam, Kolasib is an important transit point connecting Mizoram with the rest of India. The town is known for its strategic location and serves as a gateway to Mizoram from the neighboring state.

Demographics
As of the 2011 Census of India, Kolasib district had a population of 83,955.

Economy
Kolasib is agriculture-dominated economy with a few service sector jobs as it is a district capital. A large number of people cultivate betel nut, oil palms, rice, wheat and fish which is both consumed and exported to other districts of Mizoram.

Transport
A helicopter service by Pawan Hans has been started which connects the Aizawl with Kolasib. The distance between Kolasib and Aizawl through NH 54 is 83 km and is connected with regular service of bus and Maxi-Cabs.

Media
The Major Newspapers in Kolasib are:
 * Duhlai Daily
 * Ramnuam
 * Kolasib Times
 * Kolasib Today
 * Turnipui
 * Chhuahtlang Daily
 * Vairengte Aw:
 * Kolasib Aw
 * Zingtian Daily
 * Rengkhawpui
 * Zoram Kanaan

Major Television Cable Network in Kolasib are:
 * Kolasib Cable Network (KCN)
 * C.Zakhuma Cable Network (CZS)