Aizawl Museum Gets Repository Status

On 7th July 2026, the Natural History Museum (NHM), Mizoram University, was notified as India's 21st Designated Repository under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002.

Key Highlights

  • The designation was made on the recommendation of the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA).
  • NHM becomes India's 21st Designated Repository.
  • The museum is located within the Indo-Burma Biodiversity Hotspot.
  • It was established in 2022 under Mizoram University.

Role of the Repository

  • Safe Custody: Preserves biological materials and voucher specimens.
  • Type Specimens: Stores type specimens of newly discovered species.
  • Research Support: Facilitates taxonomy, species identification and biodiversity research.
  • Legal Registry: Maintains records of biological resources used in research and commercial activities.

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