Disability leadership workshop dwell on rights & responsibilities

Disability Commissioner, Diethono Nakhro with others at the state-level Disability Leadership Workshop held at Tourist Lodge Dimapur on April 30.

Disability Commissioner, Diethono Nakhro with others at the state-level Disability Leadership Workshop held at Tourist Lodge Dimapur on April 30.

KOHIMA, MAY 1 (MExN): The Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Government of Nagaland, in collaboration with the Nagaland State Disability Forum, organized a state-level Disability Leadership Workshop on April 30 at Tourist Lodge Dimapur. 

State Disability Commissioner, Diethono Nakhro, in her address, spoke about the duties and functions of the Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities. She also informed the participants about the various steps being taken in the state to implement the provisions of the RPwD Act 2016. 

She further counseled young people with disabilities about rights and responsibilities while stating that they go hand in hand. “As we enjoy your rights, such as the right to education, healthcare, employment, and inclusion, it's important to also fulfill our responsibilities, be disciplined and to always give our best in everything we do, she enlightened. 

Rupa Dutta, Assistant Professor in the Department of English at Pranabananda College, delivered a comprehensive session on personality development and social etiquette, enriching the attendees with valuable insights and strategies for personal growth and effective social interactions.

Earlier, the workshop began with a welcome note by Assistant State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities. The workshop saw participation of 44 individuals with disabilities from 11 districts.