The Department of Information & Public Relations held a felicitation programme for Advisor, Information & Public Relations, Soil and Water Conservation, Imkong L. Imchen at IPR Conference Hall, Kohima on 11th April 2023.

Advisor, Information & Public Relations and Soil & Water Conservation, Imkong L. Imchen in his address shared his past experiences with the Department of Information & Public Relations where he briefly shared on his stint as Minister of IPR. He said that the image of the government depends on IPR department which plays the important role in disseminating news and information to the public. Imchen stated that he will try his best to work something out of nothing. He called upon the officers and staff of the department to work sincerely while stating that he is there to serve the people.

Director, Dzüvinuo Theünuo in her speech said that the department is very lucky to have such a tall and seasoned leader who is very concern about the Department. She assured fullest cooperation of the officers and staff for the best functioning of the department. She briefed the Advisor about the structures of the department from the Directorate to the Information Centres across State. Besides that, the department has PROs in Delhi, Raj Bhawan and an Information Cell at the Nagaland Civil Secretariat.

Theünuo also informed that the Department publishes the daily Naga News, monthly Warrior publication, yearly calendar and dairy etc. She stated that post-Covid, there has been a lot of change in the Department. She mentioned that the Department has been regularly live streaming State-level programmes and other important events. She also mentioned that as the nodal department for film and related activities, it has been playing an important role in facilitating film makers. She also said that the Department is actively engaged on various social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. She added the department has installed Public Address System in 11 (eleven) districts and has also set up LED display in some districts. The Advisor also inspected the Library at the Directorate.

Commissioner & Secretary IPR, V. Maria Yanthan, IAS in her address hoped that the department will prosper to a greater height under Imchen’s leadership. She thanked the officers and staff of the department for the sacrifices and services and also appealed to them to uphold the hardworking spirit despite many limitations.

Joint Director, I. Simon Teila who chaired the programme welcomed the Advisor and stated that the Department was very lucky that we have one of the seasoned and dynamic senior leaders to captain the department of Information & Public Relation. Joint Director, Asangla Imsong proposed the vote of thanks.

(Shahoto, IA)