Dimapur, July 14 (EMN): Secretary of Rural Development, Kelei Zeliang, inaugurated the multi-purpose building of Wokha District Village Council and Village Development Board Association on July 11 near public ground, Wokha.
Addressing the function, Kelei Zeliang lauded the efforts put in by the department, the VDB Association and VCC for the timely completion of the building. Apprising that the system of Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) funding will change from October 1, he urged the village functionaries/ authorities to sensitise the villagers in opening personal bank accounts to avail the benefits.
Stressing on the importance of enhancing the economy of individual household, Zeliang advised to take up self-sustainable projects and schemes like horticultural plantations, piggeries and fisheries. He also urged the village functionaries to implement schemes and projects as per guideline laid down by the department.Deputy Commissioner, Wokha, Wezope Kenye said the new building will reduce the inconveniences in the district. He urged the village authorities to use their position as a privilege and work as responsible leaders so that the rural populace will witness more development and progress.
Short speeches were delivered by president of WDVDBA and WDVCC and president Nagaland State VDB Association, Tohoshe Awomi.
Earlier, dedicatory prayer of the building was offered by the Executive Secretary of Lotha Baptist Ekhumkho Sanrhyutsu (KBES), Wokha, Rev. Nyan Lotha. The function was chaired by Project Director, DRDA, Thungdeno Mozhui, while the vice president of WDVDBA, Zanbemo Kithan, proposed the vote of thanks.
