Nagaland news in brief: EDTC notifies wholesalers, Peren DTF for Road sets up control room & more

ANCSU appeals for early sanction of 2nd phase Post-Matric Scholarship

DIMAPUR — The All Nagaland College Students’ Union (ANCSU) has appealed to the minister of Higher Education to immediately intercede with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, for early sanction and disbursement of second phase Post-Matric Scholarship ST for the year 2024-2025.

In a representation, the union acknowledged the minister and Higher Education department for engaging with the concerned ministry and prioritising the disbursement of first phase PMS ST to 22,000 students in June 2025.

The union stated that the remaining students are eagerly awaiting the funds to meet their academic needs, as most students in the state belonged to the economically weaker section.

“We place our confidence in your ability to take necessary steps to address this issue promptly, as the delay in disbursement of scholarship to the students will only invite retaliation from the students’ community,” the representation stated.

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KMK slams sex trafficking in Kohima

DIMAPUR — The Kewhimiapfü Mechů Krotho (KMK) has condemned the sex racket in Kohima that was busted by the police on September 6. In a press release, the KMK stated that it was “most shocking and greatly disturbing to know that such an abhorrent underworld which was hitherto considered alien to our culture now exists in the heart of our state capital.” The KMK expressed deep concern, viewing the situation as an impending doom for their land unless strongly addressed. They urged law enforcement authorities to impose severe punishment on the perpetrators to protect children from falling prey to such criminal activities. The organisation also lauded the Police Department for its “persistent fight against evil elements in our society and appeals for support and concerted effort of all to heal our beloved land.”

Peren DTF for Road sets up control room

DIMAPUR — Deputy Commissioner of Peren, Hiazu Meru, has informed that a control room has been setup in the district under the Peren District Task Force for Road. In a circular, the DC stated the task force will coordinate and oversee any road blockages due to landslides and other natural disasters in the district. The members include SDO (Civil) Sentilong Ozukum as convener (Contact No. 8131929284), Additional SP, RT Chang (98622258005), SDO (R&B) Asembe Mbungcha (87877731089), and EAC Peren, Donan Yimchunger (8787794939) as members. Public have been requested to contact the control room in the event of any road blockages in the district.

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EDTC notifies wholesalers, suppliers

DIMAPUR — The East Dimapur Town Council (EDTC) has, in an order, notified that wholesalers/suppliers bringing in and selling their products/items within the jurisdiction of the council shall compulsorily obtain a valid trading license/permit from the EDTC office with immediate effect. “Failure to comply with this order will be treated as a violation, and necessary action shall be initiated against the defaulters. This order is issued in the interest of maintaining proper regulation, transparency, and accountability in commercial activities under the jurisdiction of the East Dimapur Town Council,” the order stated.

Youth festival held in Shamator

DIMAPUR — The Department of Youth Resources & Sports organised the district level youth festival on September 13 at the Cultural Hall, Shamator, on the theme ‘Viksit Bharat @2047 and the role of creator economy.’ Sunso C of Shamator College won the declamation competition, while Christian High School secured first position in the folk song competition, and St. Xavier HSS won the folk dance contest, a DIPR report stated. On behalf of the department, District Sports Officer, Athrong Yimchunger lauded the enthusiastic participation of the youth.

AKA orientation programme held in Tseminyu

DIMAPUR — A district level orientation programme in connection with the implementation of Aadi Karmayogi Abhiyan (AKA) campaign was held on September 12 at DC’s conference hall, Tseminyu. The district master trainers for the campaign, Yhuntilo Kent, Obed Magh, Chuyalo Jemu and Sochulo Magh highlighted the main objective of the programme, a DIPR report stated. Block master trainers and officials from the line departments — Rural Development, PHED, Health & Family welfare, Social Welfare, Education and Forest —were present during the orientation programme. The programme was chaired by Deputy Commissioner Japheth Woch.