Dr. E Motsuthung Patton and Mhonlumo Kikon along with
officials from the Medical department during the inauguration of new building
of Ralan PHC on Friday.
- DIMAPUR — A new building of Ralan Primary Health Centre
(PHC) in Wokha district was inaugurated by Dr. E Motsuthung Patton, principal
director of Health and Family Welfare, on Friday in the presence of Dr. Akuo
Sorhie, NHM mission director and Mmhonlumo Kikon, for MLA and BJP national
spokesperson.
- Speaking at the inaugural programme, Dr. Patton requested
the community to have a sense of ownership to enable the medical staff provide
quality healthcare services. He also thanked the engineering wing of the
department, contractor, land owners and the public for their continuous support
during the construction of the new PHC building, stated an update from the
office of the chief medical officer (CMO), Wokha.
- The welcome address was delivered by Dr. Thungchanbemo
Ezung, CMO of Wokha.
- Also speaking on the occasion, Mhonlumo Kikon expressed his
gratitude to the medical department for their active role in the construction
of the new PHC building and providing health coverage to the community in Ralan
area. He also mentioned the active role of Eleutheros Christian Society for
their collaborative effort in enhancing health services.
- Dr. Akuo Sorhie stated that the new building marked a
significant milestone in the health sector and a testament to the collaborative
effort of various stakeholders, healthcare professionals and community leaders.
She urged the healthcare providers to be dedicated and effective while
performing their duty.
- Dr. Sorhie also stated that the new building is a symbol of
shared vision for the people of Wokha and Ralan area in particular.
- Short speeches were delivered by Nsanth Kikon, chairman of
HCMC Eleutheros Christian Society; Samuel Ovung, chairman of Ralan Hoho, and
Tsenthungo Ngullie, SDO (Civil) of Ralan.
- The programme was chaired by Dr. Lawrence Lotha, medical
officer of Ralan PHC, while and invocation prayer was said by Thungchanbemo
Ovung, pastor of New Ralan village, and a song was presented by Ralan Eloe
Hoho.
