On August 22, 2023, at White Hall in Noklak village, Deputy Commissioner Noklak, Arikumba launched the 'Made in Noklak Woodstove.' The initiative was organized and promoted by the Thang Students' Union (TSU).
As a special guest, Deputy Commissioner Arikumba expressed his sincere appreciation to Tumong of Noklak Village, the innovator behind the 'Made in Noklak Woodstove.' He commended Tumong for his strong determination in creating an environmentally friendly woodstove that can be used for cooking and various other purposes. The DC advised Tumong to consider obtaining patent rights for his innovative invention with guidance from the relevant department.
The DC recognized Tumong as an asset to the district, noting that besides the woodstove, he had also created an electric bike and dryer machines in recent years. He expressed hope that Tumong's innovative ideas would benefit the district as a whole. While encouraging Tumong, the DC emphasized the importance of maintaining the same zeal and interest in the future. He assured the gathering that the district administration would provide all possible assistance in the future. The DC informed the audience that Tumong was the Runner-Up in the Nagaland Start-Up Green Innovation Challenge held at Dimapur YouthNet Office on August 16, 2023.
In his remarks, the DC encouraged students to possess strong determination, sincerity, dedication, and hard work to achieve their goals.
The innovator of the Woodstove, Tumong, explained the various uses of the woodstove, including cooking. He mentioned that the woodstove is also available in the market.
Tumong expressed his gratitude to all who had assisted him in the process of creating the woodstove. He specifically thanked the Former DC Noklak Reny Wilfred, Former SP Noklak Dr. Pritpal Kaur, the Department of Industries & Commerce, and all individuals who had contributed to making his dream a reality.
The event featured short speeches by Functional Manager SDIC Noklak, Nyeipa Phom, Vice-President Khiamniungan Tribal Council, T.L. Khaoshai, and Vice-President Khiamniungan Students' Union, Indhe Lam. Special musical performances were presented by Shongmo B and Tsuken S. The program was chaired by Social & Cultural Secretary TSU, Chongkoi K. Lamniah.
(K.K. Chim, IA Noklak)
