The Mokokchung DPDB marked World Environment Day 2025 with a vibrant program held at the DC Conference Hall under the theme ‘’Ending Plastic Pollution Globally’’ with the slogan ‘’Let’s Beat Plastic for Green Mokokchung.’’

The event was graced by MLA and Chairman, DPDB Mokokchung, Nuklutoshi, as the special guest. In his address he reiterated that it is not a one day event but will continue for months and an initiative will be formed to curb plastic use for cleaner streets and healthier Mokokchung.

The special invitee, Advisor, Law and Justice, Land revenue, T.N. Mannen, IAS Retd, encouraged the gathering to protect the environment before it’s too late and he hoped that Mokokchung will be the first plastic free district in Nagaland.

The theme speaker, L.H. Thangi Mannen, (IAS Retd.), Former Commissioner & Secretary, Govt. of Nagaland, convenor Earth Alliance, Patron, YMCA, Mokokchung, Advisor BAN, emphasized on the importance of waste management, encouraged responsible disposal and suggested introducing plastic banks in schools, colleges, homes and shops.

The program concluded with the presentation of certificate, the green Pledge, and vote of thanks by Dr. Sentitula. IFS Divisional Forest Officer, Mokokchung.

(DPRO, Mokokchung)