Farewell programme in honor of Deputy Commissioner, Noklak Hiazu Meru and SDO (Civil) Noklak C. Phuniang was held on 25th November 2022 at DC Conference Hall, Noklak. 

Outgoing DC Noklak Hiazu Meru in his farewell speech said the work of the district administration is much easier when we have a strong civil society organization and to this, he acknowledged the cooperation extended by Khiamniungan Tribal Council, Khiamniungan Menyiu Hoikam, Khiamniungan Student Union and all the ranges organization during his tenure in Noklak. He thanked all the VCCs and GBs for giving support during his tenure. 

DC thanked all the administrative Officers, DBs, and staff for giving support and cooperation to him and expressed hope that the same will also be given to the new DC. 

DC mentioned that the biggest challenge that he encountered during his stay is on the issue of land acquisition. And to this, DC requested all stakeholders to extend cooperation and expedite the process of land acquisition. 

Hiazu Meru expressed hope that Noklak district will progress and develop because its people are hardworking and sincere.

While recollecting his first joining as DC Noklak, he said, it was the peak of the second wave of the COVID-19 Pandemic and to this, he conveyed his sincere thanks to all the members of the District Task Force on COVID-19 and government officials. After subsiding COVID-19, certain developmental activities could be taken up together, DC added. 

DC said, he still considers the commissioning of the OT at the District Hospital and the Caesarean Operation conducted for the first time as one of the most satisfying experiences of his work in the Noklak district. 

            SDO (C) Noklak C. Phuniang in his farewell speech expressed his gratitude to all the departments and Civil Societies for rendering cooperation throughout his stay at Noklak. Being an Administrator of Noklak Town Council, Phuniang advised to continue the efforts for the betterment of the town. He thanked all the government officials, staff, and wards leaders for shouldering support which will be valued for the cooperation given to him. 

CMO Noklak, Dr. Victor who spoke on behalf of HoDs mentioned that both the DC and SDO (C) were very efficient administrative officers and the HoDs of the district will continue to follow in their footsteps.

Head Dobashi, Noklak H. Longhen on behalf of the District Administration said both the DC and SDO(C) were dedicated and sincere administrative officers. 

KTC V/P TL Khaoshai, KMH President Newkai KSC V/P Heme, TRPO President Hangthing, President All ward Union Noklak Town Imkhong, and Jayant Ahuja also spoke during the occasion. They all said under DC Noklak Hiazu Meru and SDO (C), the district has progressed in many fields and lots of achievements have taken place. 

Meanwhile, the programme was chaired by EAC Noklak Hq. Kathyinla and a special number was presented by Longdon Baptist Church Youth Ministry. 

Earlier, Invocation was pronounced by Hangji PA to DC Noklak and a vote of thanks was said by UDA DC Office N. S. Pangom.

(K.K. Chim, IA Noklak)