DC Longleng has informed all business establishments and residents of Longleng town that following a thorough investigation and analysis conducted by the State Public Health Laboratory and the Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) regarding the recent outbreak of Acute Gastroenteritis in Pongching village, it has been determined that the suspected source of contaminated fish is not responsible for the outbreak. 

Based on the findings of the analysis, it has been established that the fish sample does not contain any harmful contaminants that could be linked to the occurrence of acute gastroenteritis. As a result, there is no evidence to suggest that the outbreak is related to the fish shops in the area.

Deputy Commissioner, Longleng ordered the immediate reopening of all fish shops/establishments in Longleng town. This decision has been taken after careful consideration of the investigation results, and it is deemed safe for normal business operations to resume without further delay. All shop owners and residents are to continue following standard hygiene practices, such as proper hand washing, food safety measures, and maintaining a clean environment, and to remain vigilant and report any unusual health concerns to the appropriate authorities for timely action.

43 (forty three) persons from Pongching village, Longleng were admitted to District Hospital, Longleng on 15th June 2023 for medical treatment on suspicion of food poisoning. As per the report of State Public Health Laboratory, Nagaland, Kohima and CMO, Longleng, it was stated that food contamination was due to unhygienic food handling and presence of E. Coli and Staphylococcus Aureus Bacteria.

The fish shop at Longleng town which was sealed earlier was re-opened by District Administration, along with Chamber of Commerce and Longleng Police on 26th June 2023.

(Manjong Phom, IA Longleng)