Governor of Nagaland, La Ganesan visited Mokokchung on 13th April 2023, and held a meeting with the Head of Offices and leaders of civil societies in the District.

In his speech, the Governor mentioned that, though it was his maiden visit to the district, he was aware of many good things about Mokokchung district and the Ao community, such as being the pioneer in many fields and also being the cleanest town in the State and also in the North East. 

The Governor mentioned his appreciation to the people of the district for the huge turnout of voters during the recently concluded General Election and maintained that there can be rule of law only with the active participation of the people. He reminded the people not to undermine the election process and the electorates if the society is to move forward.

Touching upon basic necessities, the Governor said like education, other basic service like health care, drinking water and financial institutions must be made available at the doorstep of the citizens, especially for the down trodden people. He also urged upon the officers of the concern departments to ensure that the flagship programmes of government pertaining to basic services are diligently implemented for the welfare of the people. The Governor also requested the Deputy Commissioner of the district to have periodic review on the implementation of the various schemes and programmes in the district and to take necessary action to meet the goals and target if there are any shortfalls.

The Governor was optimistic that the political problem of Nagaland will be solved and Nagaland would prosper and be at par with the rest of the country.

Representatives from the Ao Senden, Watsu Mungdang, AKM, GB Union, All Ward Union, MCCI and other civil societies shared their grievances and opinions on certain issues related to ULB Election, Naga Solution, Women empowerment, Civil Service Project (UPSC aspirant Trust Fund), Drinking Water problem in Mokokchung Town, Proper Road Connectivity of all the districts etc., to which the Governor said that he would draft letter to the concern Ministers and the Chief Minister and assured that he would do whatever he could in his capacity. 

(Lanukaba, IA Mokokchung)