A health camp under the Kohima Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan was successfully conducted at Community Health Centre (CHC), Viswema, on 9th October 2026. The programme was organised by the District Administration, Kohima, in collaboration with Project REST, Naga Hospital Authority Kohima (NHAK), and NHAK Football Club, with the objective of promoting accessible healthcare and raising awareness about substance abuse.
The keynote address was delivered by Ane Khieya, Extra Assistant Commissioner, Kohima, who emphasised the importance of collaborative action between the administration, healthcare institutions, and local communities in addressing social and public health concerns. The programme further featured a session on the harmful effects of addiction by Dr. Sungtimen Jamir, Nodal Officer, Project REST, NHAK, who highlighted the importance of awareness, prevention, and early intervention in tackling substance abuse.
The health camp brought together specialists from various disciplines, including Nephrology, Medicine, General Surgery, ENT, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Psychiatry, and Dental Surgery. The participating specialists were Dr. Vikie-o Khruomo (Medicine and Nephrology), Dr. Angvito Zhimomi (General Surgery), Dr. Krunichuno Rino (ENT), Dr. Thejanuo Angelina Solo (Obstetrics and Gynaecology), Dr. Ruutuou Sorhie (Paediatrics), Dr. Sungtimen Jamir (Family Medicine and Mental Health), and Dr. Neiphrezo Sorünuo (Dental Surgery, NHAK).
The programme also featured a friendly football match between the NHAK Doctors Football Club and Viswema Youth at Jakhama Turf, promoting sportsmanship, camaraderie, and healthy lifestyles among healthcare professionals and local youth.
The programme was chaired by Dr. T. Adi Belho, Senior Medical Officer, CHC Viswema, and commenced with an opening prayer by Dr. Neiphrezo Sorünuo, Dental Surgeon, NHAK. The welcome address was delivered by Dr. Thejakuolie Dennis, Medical Officer, CHC Viswema while vote of thanks was proposed by Village Council, Viswema.
(Shahlong, IA Jakhama)
