Chawngte Section is among the first 10 Pastor Sections in Lunglei District. It was established in 1979 by the District Conference as an independent section carved out of Lungsen Section. The Section Headquarters, Chawngte, is located approximately 96 km from Lunglei.

The jurisdiction extends upwards toward Lunglei up to Lalnutui. The local churches currently under this section include: Chawngte 'L', Lungrang 'S', Dinthar Lungrang, Lungrang (Upper), and Lalnutui. Additionally, there is the Zehtet Field within the section, with established churches in Zehtet, Buknuam, and Mautlang.

Section History and Details

The first Section Pastor was Rev. Saidawla, who assumed charge on April 1, 1979. During his tenure, churches were established under his administration in the following villages: Chawngte, Lungrang, Zehtet, Vaisam, Buknuam, Runtung, and Thangte (along with a few members in Thangpui and Chithar).

Churches were also established in Mautlang, Samang, and Sailen during that period. Currently, active churches no longer exist in Sailen and Samang. Shortly after the inauguration of the section, Lungrang was temporarily attached to Lungsen section for a brief period. Following administrative adjustments, Runtung was attached to the Lunglei area section, while Lungrang remained permanently within Chawngte Section.

During the tenure of Rev. PC. Nghakliana, although a church was not formally established in Lalnutui, 1 or 2 households were present. Vaisam was included in the section from Chawngte, and 1 or 2 households were also reported in Buknuam and Zehtet. During Rev. R. Lalrosanga's tenure, Vaisam was placed under the Headquarters Section and was later transferred to Lungmual Section. The current Pastor's Quarters plot was purchased from the late Pu Lalkhuma, Forester, Zotlang.

Section Membership & Financial Status

• At present, the section membership has grown to over 820.
• In 2024, the total section tithe contribution deposited to the District was Rs 22,35,110/-.
• In 2025, the total section membership stands at 831.

Pastor Quarters

The current Pastor Quarters marks the 4th construction. The existing quarters was constructed with financial assistance of Rs 20 Lakhs provided by the District Board. The foundation stone laying ceremony for the Pastor Quarters was held on February 23, 2023, with good attendance from section ministers and church workers; District Superintendent Rev. C. Vanlalena laid the foundation stone. The dedication ceremony of the quarters took place on October 15, 2023, presided over by Rev. C. Vanlalena, with strong participation from section ministers and key leaders, including General Treasurer Rev. Lalmalsawma Sailo.

Former Pastors of Chawngte Section

Section Secretary/Treasurer

1. Upa F. Chaldaia
2. Upa C. Darzawna
3. Upa Khawlliana
4. Evan LH. Lalbiaksanga
5. Evan M. Ramthianghlima (2021-2024)
6. Upa C. Lalnunsanga (2025 - till date)

Section Treasurer

(Appointed separately since 2013)

1. Upa C. Lalnunsanga (2013-2024)
2. Evan M. Ramthianghlima (2025 - till date)