The Department of Economics & Statistics, Government of Nagaland, achieved a significant milestone by releasing seven reports under the SSS Sub-Scheme. The special guest for the event was H. Sethrongkyu Sangtam, Advisor for IT&C, Evaluation, and Economics & Statistics. The release took place at the DES Conference Hall, Kohima, on 12th December 2023.

After the release of the reports, Advisor H. Sethrongkyu Sangtam expressed his gratitude to the department, making it a highly successful day by unveiling seven reports simultaneously. He congratulated the department and underscored the importance of accurate data for effective implementation of any department. Sangtam emphasized the crucial role of the Economics & Statistics department and urged officers and staff to discharge their duties with sincerity. He pledged his continuous support to the department and acknowledged the historic achievement of releasing such a volume of reports in one go.

Sangtam expressed hope that the released publications would greatly assist the state government and the people of Nagaland in formulating policies.

List of Reports Released on 12th December 2023: Type Study on Other Services Sector in Nagaland, Study on Price for GSDP/DDP Estimation, Survey on Urban Waste Management in Nagaland, Thematic Study on Cost of Cultivation on Major Crops & Agriculture Product Pricing at District Level, Survey on Minor Minerals in Nagaland, Methodological Development for improving SDP and DDP, and District-Wise Projected Population of Nagaland from 2021 to 2030.

The program was chaired by Charles Nchumthung Kikon, Additional Director E&S, with opening reports presented by Nedilhou Angami, Director E&S. A short speech was delivered by Mohammad Ali Shihab A, IAS, Secretary to the Government of Nagaland. A special number was performed by KM.P. Themshao, and the vote of thanks was offered by Neisatuo Puro, Additional Director E&S.

(L. Shahoto Yimchunger & Tansumong IAs)