The Nagaland State Commission for Women, in collaboration with the District Administration, DHEW, Mission Shakti, Department of Social Welfare and District Legal Service Authorities (DLSA) organized a Mahila Jan Sunwai (Public Hearing) on March 13, 2026, at DC Conference Hall, Dimapur. The program was chaired by Imlijungla Lemtur, EAC Dimapur. The event aimed to provide women with a direct platform to voice their grievances and seek institutional support.
Delivering the keynote address, Akokla Longchar, Member Nagaland State Commission for Women encouraged women to assert their rights and also emphasis the crucial role of men folk in solving social problems especially in domestic violence. 
Longchar, mentioned various types of domestic violence including physical, psychological and economic violence that is prevailing in our society. She informed that the mindsets of our people in regards to domestic related problems have created a stigma leading to subjugation of justice.
She reminded all the members of collaborative departments, civil societies and women's organisation that their active roles are crucial in combating social evils and injustice. She enthralled the audience with her rich knowledge and expertise.
Zuchumbeni, Panel Lawyer, (DLSA), Lunuienla Imchen Women Helpline Administrator (Mission Shakti),  Temjenshongla, Resident Superintendent Dimapur, Shakti Sadan and member from Sakhi-One Stop Centre, shared insightful information of their respective departments/ Organisations  on women's rights.
The event witness representatives from different branches such as Dimapur District Council Chairman Federation (DUCCF), Gainburas, and Women’s frontal organisations. Dhonthaidi Langthasa, Gender Specialist, DHEW, proposed the vote of thanks.
The Mahila Jan Sunwai underscores the commitment to empowering women and ensuring their rights are protections, highlighted the collaborative efforts of various stakeholders in promoting women's welfare and justice.

(Vihepu IA Niuland)