The Governor of Nagaland, Nand Kishore Yadav held a review meeting with the Department of Social Welfare, at the Naga Bhavan Conference Hall, Lok Bhavan on May 4, 2026. During the meeting, Director Social Welfare, Tosheli Zhimomi, presented a comprehensive overview of key programmes and initiatives being implemented across the State. The presentation highlighted major schemes under the Ministry of Women and Child Development, including Saksham Anganwadi & Poshan 2.0, Mission Vatsalya, and Mission Shakti, with a focus on nutrition, child protection, and women’s empowerment.

The meeting also reviewed initiatives under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and the Ministry of Rural Development, covering programmes for senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups. Progress in child protection mechanisms, including Child Welfare Committees, Juvenile Justice Boards, and Child Helpline services, was discussed in detail.

The Governor appreciated the efforts of the Department in implementing welfare schemes and reaching beneficiaries across the State. He emphasized the need to further strengthen implementation, enhance public awareness, and improve inter-departmental coordination to ensure effective delivery of services.

Issues concerning Persons with Disabilities, the Hon’ble Governor suggested organizing block-wise and village-level camps in coordination with the Health & Family Welfare Department for the issuance of disability certificates, enabling eligible individuals to access government benefits.

(PRO Lok Bhavan)