Mokokchung — A new community hall at Yimyu ward in Mokokchung town was inaugurated by the chief engineer of Water Resources, Razouvolie Kelio, on August 2.
Speaking at the inaugural function, Kelio has appreciated the community for coming together to build an impressive community hall. He also emphasised on the value of ‘Arok’ (togetherness) among the community which ultimately led to the successful completion of the hall.
The chief engineer acknowledged the significant contributions from the Watsü Mungdang (women's organisation), Ongpangkong Compound Youth Union (OCYU) and the Yimyu Ward Council in bringing the project to fruition.
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=1]Stating that every work is important irrespective of its size and design, he expressed confidence that the community hall would bring the people together for their well-being.
Even as the building has been completed, he stated that its true potential lies in how the community utilises it. He, therefore, stated that the responsibility to maintain and utilise the hall for the betterment of the community now lies in the hands of the people.
Chaired by Lipoktoshi, a council member, the programme began with a Bible reading and prayer by Puryapang, pastor of Yimyu Ward, while short speeches were delivered by the presidents of Watsu unit and OCYU, convenor of building committee and the chairman of Yimyu Ward Council.
The event concluded with a mass prayer seeking blessings for the greater cause and successful utilisation of the newly constructed community hall.
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