Chairman of Mokokchung DPDB and Speaker of the NLA, Sharingain Longkumer, along with MLA and Advisor, Imkongmar, and other DPDB members during the monthly Mokokchung District DPDB meeting cum Advent Christmas programme held at the Deputy Commissioner’s Conference Hall on December 11, 2024.
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Mokokchung | December 11
The Mokokchung District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) held its December meeting cum Advent Christmas programme at the Deputy Commissioner’s Conference Hall today, December 11. The meeting was chaired by Sharingain Longkumer, Chairman of Mokokchung DPDB and Speaker of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly. Imkongmar, MLA and Advisor for Sericulture and Minority Affairs, Government of Nagaland, also attended the event.
During the review of the previous meeting’s minutes, Deputy Commissioner of Mokokchung and Vice Chairman of DPDB, Thsuvisie Phoji, informed the members about the visit of the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, to the district on November 19. He provided updates on various activities during the Minister’s visit. The Deputy Commissioner also highlighted the success of the 2nd Cherry Blossom Festival held at Longkum village, emphasizing the district’s potential for tourism. He sought the support of the Chairman and legislators to place Mokokchung on the tourism map.
In response, the Chairman remarked that tourism is a multidisciplinary sector requiring collective effort. He expressed gratitude to “the government of the day” for successfully completing the 25th edition of the Hornbill Festival, noting its significant opportunities for entrepreneurs and artists. He asserted that Mokokchung should establish its unique identity in tourism instead of replicating Kohima’s offerings. He suggested that Mokokchung could complement Kohima’s tourism by providing its distinct flavor, culture, and experiences for visitors. He urged other tribe officials in the district to contribute to this vision.
Another key agenda discussed was the blacktopping of the diversion road at Imkongliba Memorial District Hospital (IMDH). The Medical Superintendent of IMDH had submitted a letter outlining the challenges faced by hospital staff and the public due to the poor road condition. The Chairman assured the house that this issue would be prioritized, emphasizing the need to prioritize healthcare infrastructure.
The house also approved and forwarded the registration of the Environment and Economic Society, Kelingmen village, Mokokchung, to the appropriate authority. The Chairman also lauded the collective efforts of various stakeholders for reviving the infrastructure development delay at IMDH and the improvement of road connectivity along the VK Doyang stretch (NH 02), crediting the apex Ao Senden for their advocacy.
He further called upon essential service departments to ensure uninterrupted public services during the festive season.
The Advent Christmas programme, held after the meeting, featured Rev. Dr. Tekatemjen, President of the Northeast Alliance for Leadership Education and Social Transformation (NEALEAST), who delivered the Christmas message. He explained the significance of Advent as the season preceding the birth of Christ. Addressing the legislators and officers, he emphasized the importance of peace during Christmas, stating that Jesus is the source of all peace, enabling harmony with God and among individuals.
Christmas greetings were also shared by Advisor Imkongmar and Speaker Sharingain Longkumer.
