Along with the rest of the State, Reform UTSAV 2026 was launched at Chiephobozou on 2nd October 2026 at the DB’s Court, Office of the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Chiephobozou.
The keynote address was delivered by Vekusheyi Rhakho, NCS, ADC Chiephobozou and Chairperson of the SDLCC.
In his address, he highlighted that Reform UTSAV is a people-centric campaign aimed at taking the benefits of government reforms, schemes and services closer to the people, creating awareness about various government initiatives, promoting greater participation of citizens in the development process, and strengthening convergence among departments and stakeholders for effective implementation at the grassroots level.
Speaking as Resource Person, Viketoulie Metha, NCS, EAC Chiephobozou and Member Secretary of the SDLCC made a detailed presentation on the objectives, key components and implementation framework of Reform UTSAV 2026. He elaborated on the importance of coordinated efforts by line departments and active participation of local institutions and communities in ensuring that the campaign translates into tangible benefits for the people.
The launching programme was attended by village functionaries of the Sub-Division, members of the Chiephobozou Town Council, Heads of Departments, officials and other stakeholders.
As part of the campaign, a Special Gram Sabha and the launching of Jan Manthan–Reform UTSAV 2026 was also held at Nerhema village, in convergence with the People's Plan Campaign (PPC) and the Gram Panchayat Development Plan (GPDP).
The keynote address was delivered by Viketoulie Metha, NCS, EAC Chiephobozou and Member Secretary, SDLCC, who emphasised the importance of participatory planning and community involvement in identifying local needs and priorities and aligning them with government schemes and development programmes.
Representatives of the various line departments made presentations on their respective departmental activities, schemes and programmes, enabling the community to gain a better understanding of the services and opportunities available to them.
The programme was chaired by Seyiekhrielie Rio, BDO and Sub-Nodal Officer, SDLCC, while the Chairman, Nerhema Village Council, also addressed the gathering.
The programmes at Chiephobozou and Nerhema marked the beginning of a series of activities under Reform UTSAV 2026, with emphasis on citizen participation, awareness, convergence, service delivery and grassroots-level development planning.
(Akamla, IA Chiephobozou)
