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SOCIAL WORK AT TENING

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SOCIAL WORK AT TENING

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Citizens participating in a mass social work held in view of the ongoing Swachhata Hi Seva campaign 2026, in all the government office, educational institutions and across all wards in Tening Town, Peren on 30th September 2026. (IA Tening)

NORTH EASTERN COUNCIL OBSERVES 'SWACHHATA HI SEVA 2026' AT NEC AUDITORIUM, SHILLONG

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NORTH EASTERN COUNCIL OBSERVES 'SWACHHATA HI SEVA 2026' AT NEC AUDITORIUM, SHILLONG

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As part of the nationwide campaign, the North Eastern Council (NEC) Secretariat observed 'Swachhata Hi Seva 2026' on 29th September 2029 at the NEC Auditorium, Shillong under the overarching theme "Swachhata Mein Sahbhag, Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat/Participation in Cleanliness, Clean India, Developed India."

The program featured key interactive sessions focused on youth engagement, sustainable water management, and responsible environmental behavior:

Speaking on Rainwater Harvesting & Water Management, R.K. Polendro, Executive Engineer (Civil), Transport & Communication, NEC, delivered an insightful address on the critical importance, potential, and prevailing challenges of rainwater harvesting and effective water resource management.

While on Public Hygiene & Plastic Waste Reduction, Richard Jongte, Deputy Adviser (IPR), NEC, led an advocacy session discouraging littering in public spaces and urging the disuse of single-use plastics, emphasizing community-driven waste management concepts such as "Kabaad Se Jugaad" and "Kabaad Se Kala."

On Sustainable Development & Tourism, Sentitula, Director (Tourism & Industry), NEC, shared perspectives on integrating cleanliness and circular practices with sustainable tourism, local industries, and economic prosperity (Swachhata Se Samriddhi).

The day's events also included a Jan Bhagidari Advocacy Drive focused on collection campaigns for used clothes, books, toys, and household items to facilitate repair, reuse, redistribution, and recycling.

The Swachhata Hi Seva campaign at the NEC Secretariat will continue through October 2, 2026, featuring a series of community-centric activities:

On September 30, 2026, Transformation and beautification of Cleanliness Target Units (CTUs) and Garbage Vulnerable Points (GVPs), alongside extensive cleaning drives around the NEC Secretariat complex was held.

While on October 1, 2026, a collective Shramdaan drive titled "Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath" at 11:00 AM, followed by the "SafaiMitra Suraksha Evam Samman Shivir" dedicated to conducting health check-ups and felicitating sanitation workers will be observed.

And on October 2, 2026, the campaign will culminate on Gandhi Jayanti with the "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" plantation drive across multiple locations in Shillong will be held.

The NEC Secretariat reiterates its commitment to fostering active citizen participation (Jan Bhagidari) to achieve a cleaner, greener and developed nation.

MONTHLY COORDINATION MEETING HELD AT CHIEPHOBOZOU

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MONTHLY COORDINATION MEETING HELD AT CHIEPHOBOZOU

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The monthly Coordination Meeting was conducted on 30th September 2026 in the DB's Court, Office of the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Chiephobozou.

Chairing the meeting, Vekusheyi Rhakho, Additional Deputy Commissioner & Sub-Divisional Census Officer, Chiephobozou welcomed the Members and said that the main Agenda of the Co-ordination meeting was to discussed and deliberate on the preparation of District Census Hand Book (DCHB) which is a part of the ongoing census 2027. He informed that during the preparation of the DCHB, the appointed Field Functionaries will be required to obtain relevant data and information related to various departments.

He also informed the house that the relevant information pertaining to their respective department as provided in the Information and Data are to be provided separately for respective villages and town. Stressing on the importance of Census Hand Book, he urged the Field Functionaries to make the entries based on facts and figures as it would be used in future planning.

The Meeting was attended by the Head of Offices Chiephobozou; All the Appointed Field Functionaries of Chiephobozou Urban; Chiephobozou Rural; Botsa Charge institutions and Town Councillors. The meeting also reviewed the instruction manual for Village Directory and the village Functionaries also interacted and clarified their doubts from ADC Chiephobozou; Assistant Director, Census Office Kohima, Chuyalo Kath and Viketoulie Metha NCS, EAC Chiephobozou; T Tsikingmong Senior and Executive Kuraktsang K Junior Executive from Census Office Kohima.

(Akamla, IA Chiephobozou)

DY. CM T. R. ZELIANG INAUGURATES AXIS BANK JALUKIE BRANCH

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DY. CM T. R. ZELIANG INAUGURATES AXIS BANK JALUKIE BRANCH

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The Axis Bank Jalukie branch was inaugurated by Deputy Chief Minister, T. R. Zeliang on 30th September 2026 at Jalukie Town.

In his inaugural speech, T. R. Zeliang highlighted the importance of farmers’ access to institutional credit stating that such access can enable farmers to purchase seeds, equipment, and livestock. He further noted that institutional credit can provide young entrepreneurs with the capital needed to start businesses, support small traders, and help existing enterprises expand.

Zeliang said that the Axis Bank Jalukie branch will become more than just a place for routine banking transactions, but will also serve as a partner in the economic development of Jalukie and Peren district as a whole. He encouraged Axis Bank to study the specific economic potential of the region and develop products and services suitable to local needs.

He also urged the bank to extend its services beyond Jalukie town to the surrounding villages and communities, while supporting farmers in expanding and strengthening their agricultural activities in the district.

He said that the day was not merely the inauguration of another bank branch, but the beginning of a new institutional relationship between Axis Bank and the people of Jalukie. He congratulated the management and officials of Axis Bank, as well as everyone whose efforts had made the occasion possible. He expressed hope that the new branch would contribute significantly to greater financial inclusion and play an important role in the economic development of the region.

Speaking on behalf of the bank, Cluster Head of Axis Bank Ltd., Dimapur Cluster, Poujaulung, highlighted that Axis Bank functions as a universal banking institution offering a comprehensive range of financial services through retail, corporate and digital channels. He said the bank remains focused on understanding and meeting the needs and expectations of its customers while striving to enhance their overall banking experience.

The inaugural programme was presided over by BRO, Jalukie Branch, Thuiguonglung.

(DPRO Peren)

GOVERNOR VISITS TSEMINYU

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GOVERNOR VISITS TSEMINYU

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The Nagaland Governor, Nand Kishor Yadav visited Tseminyu District and held a meeting with District Officers & Civil Organisation at DC’s Conference Hall, Tseminyu on 30th September 2026.

During the meeting the Governor emphasised that although Tseminyu is a young district administratively, it is not a young Society. He noted that, it is a homeland of the Rengma Nagas with rich history, distinctive cultural traditions with a strong community institution system. He urged the district Officers and Civil Societies to regularly visit the field, interact directly with the people and understand their difficulties.

The Governor encourages the officers to monitor the implementation of flagship schemes, infrastructure projects and welfare programmes through regular field inspection, wherever possible using technology and digital systems for monitoring. Emphasising that agriculture and allied activities remain important sources of livelihood for the people, he asserted that Tseminyu has considerable potential in agriculture, horticulture, livestock, poultry and other allied sectors.

He also encourages the district administration and the concerned departments to identify locally suitable products, develop producers’ groups and self-help groups, facilitate processing and packaging and connect them with market within and outside the state of Nagaland. Urging that education is the foundation of long-term development, the Governor stated that similarly, healthcare must also remain a priority. He therefore stated that primary healthcare institutions should function effectively and essential services should be available to the people particularly in remote and rural areas.

The Governor emphasized the need for electricity, drinking water, roads and digital connectivity as essential to development and stressed for better quality in the district to promote tourism through culture experience and other community initiatives.

Giving a brief overview of the district, DC Tseminyu, Japheth Woch informed that Tseminyu District becomes a district on 24th February 2022 and the district is facing challenges with shortage of Officers, Hospital and Colleges. He also informed the Governor that Tseminyu is declared a Piggery District during a DPDB meeting, and needs urgent requirement of roads and infrastructure development with digital connectivity in the district.

In his short speech, the President of the Rengma Hoho, Gwasinlo Thong appealed for Job Reservation for the Rengma community reservation for job opportunities and the challenges faced by the district without a college, where the students have to move to other districts for studies.

MLA & Chairman DPDB, Ar. Jwenga Seb delivered the welcome address, while the program was chaired was by EAC Tseminyu, Molosangla Ozukum, and the program concluded with departmental presentation by KVK, Land Resources, Veterinary & Animals Husbandry, Mission Vatsala and Mission Shakti.

(Maghasha Tep, Asst. Director)

SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AWARENESS CAMPAIGN HELD AT MELURI

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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AWARENESS CAMPAIGN HELD AT MELURI

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A Solid Waste Management (SWM) awareness campaign was conducted at Muluole-1 Ward, Meluri Town, on September 29,2026 with emphasis on proper waste segregation, responsible waste disposal and maintaining a clean environment.

Speaking during the campaign, Vice Chairman of the Meluri Town Council, Porhutho Ngouri, and Chairperson of Muluole-1 Ward, Thsuvila Nyuthe, stressed the importance of proper solid waste management and segregation at source. They sensitised the residents on the proper segregation of wet and dry waste and advised them to avoid indiscriminate disposal of waste.

The residents were also advised to minimise the use of single-use plastics and plastic water bottles. They were encouraged to construct compost pits at the household level for the proper management of wet waste.

The residents also interacted with the speakers and raised queries regarding solid waste management and proper waste segregation. Their doubts and concerns were addressed during the interaction.

The speakers urged the citizens to take individual responsibility for proper solid waste management and extend their cooperation towards keeping the ward clean. They emphasised that active participation and collective responsibility of citizens are essential for the welfare and cleanliness of the ward and Meluri Town as a whole.

(APRO Meluri)

MELURI DISTRICT POLICE WARN PUBLIC AGAINST SUSPECTED SPURIOUS LIQUOR; LAUNCH AWARENESS CAMPAIGN

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MELURI DISTRICT POLICE WARN PUBLIC AGAINST SUSPECTED SPURIOUS LIQUOR; LAUNCH AWARENESS CAMPAIGN

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The District Police in Meluri, Nagaland, have issued a public advisory cautioning residents against consuming liquor of unknown or doubtful origin following reports of alarming deaths and hospitalizations allegedly linked to illicit, spurious or illegally manufactured liquor in some districts of the state.

The advisory was issued by the Office of the Superintendent of Police, Meluri. In the advisory, the police have urged the public to: Avoid liquor of unknown or doubtful origin, remain alert to the possible dangers of liquor containing toxic or adulterated substances and immediately inform the District Police, Community Health Centre Meluri or other PHCs in case of suspected alcohol-related medical emergencies.

The advisory further seeks public cooperation in preventing liquor-related deaths and hospitalizations and in safeguarding the health and safety of the community.

Campaign against liquor consumption and sale Alongside the advisory, District Police Meluri has also circulated an awareness campaign calling on residents to refrain from the consumption, sale, supply and promotion of liquor.

(APRO Meluri)

DC KOHIMA INSPECTS CLEARING OF DRAINAGE NEAR WAR CEMETERY

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DC KOHIMA INSPECTS CLEARING OF DRAINAGE NEAR WAR CEMETERY

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A 450-metre-long drain near the Kohima War Cemetery, which had remained blocked for more than a decade, has been cleared following a coordinated effort by the district administration, PWD (NH), Midland Colony residents, Fire and Emergency Services, Revenue officer and other stakeholders.

Deputy Commissioner Kohima B. Henok Buchem, NCS, along with administrative officials and colony leaders, inspected the cleared drain on September 28, 2026.

Speaking during the inspection, Buchem said the prolonged blockage had caused water to overflow onto the road and flow towards the New Market area. He appreciated Midland Colony Chairman and the residents for their cooperation in removing obstructions, including utility pipes, to facilitate the clearance.

Personnel involved in the clearance said the work was carried out over approximately three days, following a series of discussions at the Deputy Commissioner’s office with concerned departments and colony representatives. They said the immediate clearance has restored the flow of water.

The officials described the clearance as a result of coordinated efforts among government departments, contractors, volunteers and local residents, and stressed that regular maintenance would be necessary to keep the drainage system functional.

The Deputy Commissioner appealed to the public of Kohima district to maintain civic responsibility and refrain from dumping plastic bottles, food packets, and other waste into drains or along roadsides. He urged citizens to use designated dustbins and ensure proper waste disposal to prevent the drains from becoming clogged again.

(DPRO Kohima)

JOINT INSPECTION OF NH-2 LANDSLIDE RESTORATION WORK AT PHESAMA

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JOINT INSPECTION OF NH-2 LANDSLIDE RESTORATION WORK AT PHESAMA

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A joint inspection of the restoration work along NH-2 (Kohima-Mao section) at Phesama, Kohima between Chainage Km 191+840 and Km 192+100, was conducted on September 28, 2026 to assess progress of the recurring landslide.

The inspection was attended by officials from the district administration, police, PWD (NH), NHIDCL, DDMA, the Southern Angami Public Organisation, the Phesama Village Council, and youth among others.

MLA Kevipodi Sophie said the landslide had occurred repeatedly in the area, while persistent rainfall had delayed restoration work.

Sophie acknowledged the cooperation of the Southern Angami people, particularly the Phesama Village Council and youth, in managing traffic during the disruption. He also thanked residents of the Kezocha area for bearing the increased movement of heavy vehicles, including those travelling to Manipur, despite the road’s poor condition.

Sophie said the disruption had affected residents, schoolchildren and the transportation of essential commodities. He added that farmers whose paddy fields had been affected would be considered under the State Disaster Response Fund.

Describing NH-2 as a vital highway connecting Nagaland with the Southeast Asian region, he urged the authorities to expedite the restoration work in the public interest.

Deputy Commissioner Kohima, B. Henok Buchem, NCS, said that NHIDCL has assured that the affected stretch would be made motorable by the first week of November.

The DC appreciated the cooperation and resilience of the people of Southern Angami, particularly the Phesama Village Council and youth for assisting with traffic regulation during the disruption. He also acknowledged the difficulties faced by the Kezocha area due to increased heavy vehicular movement towards Manipur.

Buchem said that while no reports had been received of families being directly affected by the landslide, agricultural fields, particularly paddy fields, had been impacted. He added that necessary assistance would be considered under the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF).

(DPRO Kohima)

SWACHHATA PAKHWADA 2026 ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED AT BHANDARI

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SWACHHATA PAKHWADA 2026 ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED AT BHANDARI

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As part of Swachhata Pakhwada 2026 activities around the FSTP site Bhandari, a mass social work was organised by PHED Sub-division Bhandari, Wokha on 29th September, 2026.

The programme included, mass cleanliness activities, tree plantation, environmental protection and river conservation.

More than 40 persons participated in the programme including Bhandari Town Council Chairman.

(IA Bhandari)