Dimapur, July 11 (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 as chief guest.
Speaking at the inaugural function, the chief guest lauded the efforts of the department and VDB association and VCC for successfully completing the building, which he stated is a great achievement. He also urged the village functionaries to sensitise the villagers of opening personal bank accounts, because from October 1 the system of funding will be changed (Direct Benefit Transfer) and to avail the opportunity.
Stressing on the importance of enhancing the economy of individual household, he added that self sustainable projects and schemes which are suitable and viable like taking up of horticultural plantations, piggery and fisheries should be implemented to promote economy. He also appealed the village functionaries to implement schemes and project as per guideline laid down by the department.
Deputy Commissioner, Wokha, Wezope Kenye who also spoke during the function said this new building will reduce the inconvenience of the district, because Wokha is a place of many happenings. 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 also delivered by president WDVDBA and WDVCC and president Nagaland State VDB Association, Tohoshe Awomi. A special number was presented by Dr. Abeni khuvung.
Earlier, executive secretary of Lotha Baptist Ekhumkho Sanrhyutsu (KBES), Wokha Rev. Nyan Lotha dedicated the building.
The inaugural function was chaired by project director of DRDA, Thungdeno Mozhui, while vote of thanks was proposed by vice president WDVDBA, Zanbemo kithan.
