1.1. Bamboo represents a vast untapped major resource of Mizoram State whose full ecological and economic potentials remain underutilized; it needs to be recognized, developed and promoted in a manner ensuring ecological security for all round sustainable development of the State and well- being of its people.

1.2. Bamboo is an essential component of forest eco- system, which is a dominant feature of state's landscape. Traditional living and lifestyle of Mizo society, to a large extent, is dependent on bamboo for its variety of uses and bamboo has much to offer by way of contributing to socio-economic advancement of modern Mizo society. The ecofriendly Bamboo crop has immense potential in improving rural economy, industrial development and a sound economic base for the state on sustained basis.

1.3. Bamboo-sector development is a high priority thrust area of the State Government and Government of India. Thus there is a need to promote bamboo development for the benefit of rural sector.

1.4. The change over from traditional use to a modern use tracking a high potential growth path in an eco-friendly manner needs a clear vision, an appropriate policy framework and a road map. Hence the necessity of drafting a Bamboo Policy.