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SCPD vows to safeguard and protect rights of PWDs
from 20 April 2023
Act. Resource person, State Project. Manager (SPM), National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), Khriezovonuo Lhoungu highlighted the various opportunities and provisions for PWDs under the NSRLM in the state. She encouraged the disabled community to take active participation in all the available opportunities.
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DC Mkg informs: In regard to nomination for Governor’s Award 2023, for distinction in arts, music and literature, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Mokokchung, Shashank Pratap Singh has invited deserving candidates for examination and consideration by the District Level Committee. DC said the recommendation, if any, should be submitted to this office or the office of the district cultural officer, Mokokchung on or before April 14, for further necessary consideration.
DC Kma informs pensioners: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kohima Shanavas C has informed all the pensioners under Kohima District that registration and issuance of PUC Cards are done at the CMHIS Cell (Ground Floor) at the office of the DC, Kohima.
DIMAPUR: State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) Nagaland, Diethono Nakhro has informed that State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities (SCPD) will ensured that all possible steps will be taken to safeguard and protect the rights of PWDs in the state.
Diethono made this statement while speaking at the state level disability leadership workshop on April 13 at Tourist Lodge Dimapur, organised by SCPD, government of Nagaland in collaboration with Nagaland State Disability Forum (NSDF).
She encouraged the PWDs to be aware of their rights to safeguard them - selves from any type of possible discrimination and harassment in the society.
Highlighting the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwDs) Act 2016 and its provisions, Diethono stressed on the importance of leaders in the disabled community and disabled people in general to be well versed and aware of their rights to get access to all kinds of services, schemes and provisions that were made available to them by the government. She also underlined the importance of education for PWDs as well as the need for advocacy to ensure the proper implementation of the various provisions of the RPwDs
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NSDF president, Vikengunu Fatima highlighted the formation and functions of Disabled People’s Organisations (DPOs), and senior executive NSDF, Kezhaleto Zecho spoke on the need and importance of accessible sports facilities in Nagaland for sports persons with disabilities.
NSDF joint secretary, Ngaugongbe Hega highlighted briefly about NSDF and aims and objectives of the forum, while program coordinator SCPD, Ashe H. Kiba spoke on the ground reality of PWDs in Nagaland. The programme ended with an interactive session with participants. The workshop was attended by 63 persons with disabilities from all the districts and 14 others, including caregivers and resource persons.
DNCYE general meeting: Dimapur Nkonjan Chansu Yanhen Ekhung (DNCYE) has convened general meeting on April 22, 9 a.m. at Lotha Hoho Ki, Dimapur. All members have been requested to attend the meeting.
DTTRE general meeting: Dimapur Tonphyak Tsu Rui Ekhung (DTTRE) has convened general meeting cum induction of new office bearers on April 22, 2 p.m. at Lotha hoho Ki. All concerned from seven brother clan have been requested to attend the meeting.
NNC/FGN to observe: Naga National Council (NNC) and the Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) has informed that it would be observing the 33rd death anniversary of A.Z. Phizo, father of the “Naga Nation” on April 30, 7 a.m. at Phizo Hill, Kohima, Nagaland. All fellow Nagas have been requested to participate in the function.
KNCA informs: Kuzhami Baptist Churches Association (KBCA) would be organising ordination cum licensing service on April 30, 11 a.m. at Kuzhami Baptist Church Chümoukedima.
A&C informs: Directorate of Art and Culture has informed all members of State Library, Kohima, those who have not renewed their membership, to do so on or before July 5, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (office hours), failing which their membership would stand cancelled.
In Condolence
02.02.1972 – 18.03.2023
We, the bereaved family members of Late Pongpa Konyak (Brigadier) would like to express our sincere appreciation to each and every individual, relatives, friends, neighbours, Churches, organizations and well wishers for comforting and upholding us in your prayers and for all the physical, materials, financial and loving support we received at the sudden demise of our beloved on 18 th March 2023 at Tekun designated Camp NSCN/GPRN (Reformation).
Our profound acknowledgement to the various organizations/ associations and individual.
1. Y. Wangtin Naga His Excellency the President NSCN/GPRN (Reformation)
2. Shri. EE.Pangteang Konyak Ex-MLA
3. GHQ NSCN/GPRN (Reformation)
4. Ceasefire Office NSCN/GPRN (Reformation) HQ Mon
5. Angjang Rang NSCN/GPRN (Reformation)
6. Phom Region NSCN/GPRN (Reformation)
7. Sema Region NSCN/GPRN (Reformation)
8. Chang Region NSCN/GPRN (Reformation)
9. District Election Office, Kohima
10. Kah ham Union Tekun
11. Changlang Union, Tizit
12. Moka Union, Tizit
13. Changlang Union, Mon
14. Longchang Area Union, Mon
15. Jakphang Changlang Union, Aboi
16. Changlang Village Council
17. Changlang Students’ Union
18. Changlang Baptist Church
19. Angjangyang Village Council
20. Angjangyang Students’ Union
21. Angjangyang Baptist Church
22. NCRC Angjangyang
23. St. Peter Church Angjangyang
24. Longchang Area Students’Union
Though we are unable to individually mention and thank each and every one personally, it is our fervent prayer that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly. we are overwhelmed by your magnanimity and shall remain ever grateful.
K-844/23
Loving Wife, Sons, Family Members and In-laws dp-1674/23
Words are inadequate to express our sincere gratitude to all those who stood by us spiritually, physically, financially and materially at the sad demise of our beloved daughter Late Karen Wotsa, who passed away for heavenly abode on 09/04/2023.
We deeply regret our inability to mention and thank each and every one of you individually, but pray that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.
We convey our special thanks to :
1. Doctors, Nurses and Staff of Faith Hospital
2. Her Friends, Nurses and Staff of City Hospital
3. Zhexuche Baptist Church.
4. Khehuto Baptist Church.
5. UBF Zhuikhu Village
6. Western Sumi Kukami Hoho
7. Lions Club Dimapur
8. Ahole Chishi and Siblings
9. Isak Sumi Ato Kilonser, NSCN (K)
10. Vihuto, Hd. G.B. Vihuto Village
11. Lhovishe Achumi, GB, V/P (WSKH)
12. Itepu Zhimomi, GB. V/P (WSKH)
13. Kakishe Chishi, Hd. GB Zhexuche Village
14. Mughavi Awomi, Hd. GB Mughavi Village
15. Kawoto X. Aye, Hd. GB Xekiye Village
16. Vitoyi Zhimo, GB Henivi Village
17. Shitovi Swu, Hd. GB Nitozu Village
18. Toshiho, GB Yetoho Village
19. Khevito Yeptho, Hd. GB Nizheto Village
20. Kiyehe Yeptho, Hd. GB Kupuhe Village
21. Kuhoto Yeptho, GB Homeland Village
22. Hetoi Katty, GB Luhezhe Village
23. Ghukhuyi Achumi, GB Ahoto Village
24. Rakhemo Humtsoe, Naga United Village
25. Bovi Awomi, Padumpukhuri Village
26. Akiho Shohe, Zhexuche Village
27. Jekhuvi Zhimomi, Zhuikhu
Loving Parents, Brother, and
The family of Mount Tiyi College deeply mourns the demise of its Principal, Dr. Kezhangulie Metha who passed away on 14th April 2023. He was a gentle and kind person who worked with utmost sincerity and dedication. His goodness and generosity radiated to all the people around him. With his untimely demise, the college in particular and the Department of Higher Education in general, has lost an intelligent, wise and visionary man. May our Almighty God give strength and solace to the bereaved family and may the departed soul rest in eternal peace.
K-834/23
Vice Principal & Staff Mount Tiyi College, Wokha