Nagaland Governor urges youth to join Red Cross movement

La. Ganesan along with the members and officials of IRCSN on the occasion of World Red Cross Day in Kohima on Thursday.

• DIMAPUR — Acknowledging the tireless efforts of the Red Cross volunteers in reaching out to the vulnerable community, especially during the time of natural disaster and emergencies, Nagaland Governor, La. Ganesan, has encouraged the youth to join the movement stating that the challenges demanded not just institutional action but idealism of young hearts.
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• Speaking at the World Red Cross Day programme at the Red Cross Complex in Kohima on Thursday the theme 'On the side of humanity,' he emphasised that Red Cross embodies the spirit of hope, empathy, kindness and values that define humanity in the face of adversity.
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• The governor, who is also the president of Indian Red Cross Society Nagaland (IRCSN), has called for collective compassion and increased youth involvement in humanitarian service.

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• “Your work is not merely a duty, it is a testament to the power of collective compassion,” the governor said adding that Red Cross members in Nagaland have remained a beacon of hope, even in the most isolated and challenging terrains.
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• The governor stated that the challenges of our times including climate change, health crises and social inequity demands not just institutional action but the energy and idealism of young hearts, as they are the leaders of tomorrow and change makers of today.
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• "We must also recognise that building a compassionate society begins in our homes and schools. Let us teach our children, from their earliest years, to never turn away from suffering. Let them learn that true strength lies in reaching out with open hands and open hearts," he said.
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• Referring to this year’s theme of the Red Cross Day celebration, the governor encouraged everyone to reflect on the true meaning of being human. He said hope gives direction in darkness, empathy connects people to each other’s suffering and kindness remains a universal language understood by all.
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• He also stated that the World Red Cross Day is a day that celebrates the enduring spirit of humanity, service and solidarity and expressed gratitude to the Red Cross family of Nagaland for their dedication, selfless sacrifice and relentless service in times of crisis.
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• "Whether braving the aftermath of natural calamities, reaching remote villages cut off by landslides or providing solace to vulnerable communities, you have been a beacon of hope for countless lives. Your work is not merely a duty but it is a testament to the power of collective compassion," he added.
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• "In Nagaland, where rugged terrain and isolation challenge accessibility, your efforts to extend aid to the farthest corners remind us that no one is too distant to be cared for," the governor said.
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• In an appeal to the youth of Nagaland, Ganesan urged them to join the noble mission of service saying, “You are not just the leaders of tomorrow, you are the change makers of today, The challenges of our time, climate change, health crises and social inequity require your energy and idealism.”
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• He also stressed the importance of nurturing empathy from a young age by instilling values of compassion and service at home and in schools.
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  Chumlamo Humtsoe along with the IRCS members during International Red Cross Day in Mokokchung on Thursday.

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• The governor concluded his address by quoting Henry Dunant, founder of the Red Cross, “We are neither angels nor saints, but human beings who try to do what we can, for as long as we can.”
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• Akhale V Khamo, general secretary of IRCSN, delivered the message of secretary general IRCS, RK Jain, to the gathering.
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• Dr. R Rose Chakhesang, MC member of IRCSN, also highlighted briefly on the theme and urged the members to be more on the humanity even in a situation where it does not deserve.
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• After the programme, the governor visited the office of the Voluntary Blood Donors Association Nagaland.
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• In a related programme, the Mokokchung branch of Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS) observed ‘World Red Cross Day’ at the conference hall of the chief medical officer (CMO) on Thursday.
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• In his welcome address, Dr. SS Akaba Longchar, honorary secretary of IRCS Mokokchung, lauded the faculty and junior Red Cross volunteers from schools and the members of the IRCS for their consistent participation in serving humanity.
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• Speaking on the occasion, the additional deputy commissioner (ADC) of Mokokchung, Chumlamo Humtsoe, stated that ‘the spirit of free service’ exhibited by the volunteers was noteworthy of praise and recognition. He lauded the members of the Red Cross Society for ‘volunteering without asking anything in return.’
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• He further advised the members to always uphold the seven fundamental principles of the Red Cross namely humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.
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• Besides the IRCS members, a total of 77 volunteers from 6 schools in Mokokchung district participated in the programme.
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• The Chümoukedima district branch of Indian Red Cross Society, in collaboration with the office of chief medical officer (CMO), Chümoukedima, also commemorated World Red Cross Day by organising a free medical camp in Tsüüma village.
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  Doctors consulting the patients during World Red Cross Day programme in Tsüüma village on Thursday.

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• The honorary secretary, Mhiesitsolie Khate, led the programme, while the pastor of Tsüüma Baptist Church said the invocation prayer and the district branch chairman, Vichütuolie Mere, highlighted about the activities of Red Cross and inaugurated the camp.
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• Meanwhile, IRCS Chümoukedima has thanked Dr. Yartenla Jamir, CMO of Chümoukedima; Dr. Temjen Sunep, SMO in-charge of CHC Medziphema; Dr. Michelle, Dr. Thepfusato Krose, Dr. Watikokla and Dr. Shikatoli for their service. It also thanked the Tsüüma village council for granting the council hall for the camp.