Mokokchung, April 23 (MExN): The Mokokchung Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) on Thursday extended financial assistance to victims of the April 21 fire accident in Dilong Ward, Mokokchung, near the MMC Complex.
The beneficiaries included eight traders whose shops were completely destroyed and four others whose establishments were partially damaged. The establishments completely destroyed comprised four paan shops, an electronics repair centre, a theological library, an NGO office, and a restaurant. Those partially damaged included two eateries, a readymade garment store, and a bakery.
Addressing the beneficiaries, MCCI president Tsukti Longkumer expressed regret over the incident and encouraged them to remain resilient. He stated that “unforeseen accidents can happen and are often beyond one’s control, but how one overcomes misfortune is within one’s control,” and urged them to move forward with a positive attitude.
He said that “MCCI exists first and foremost for the welfare and interests of the business community,” and called for unity among members. He also highlighted various welfare initiatives undertaken by the organisation during emergencies and unforeseen situations, including natural calamities, adding that “MCCI stands its ground whenever its interests are infringed upon from any quarter.”
Longkumer further stated that Mokokchung is “the most business-friendly town in Nagaland today,” attributing this to MCCI’s stand against all forms of extortion in the town. He added that, unlike many other towns, MCCI does not allow various Naga political groups to collect “tax” from the business community.
Expressing gratitude to members, he announced that the MCCI building under construction in Arkong Ward, opposite HDFC Bank, would be completed soon. He said the land purchase and construction were fully funded through members’ contributions, adding that MCCI would become the first district chamber of commerce and industry in Nagaland to build its own office-cum-commercial building.
