Zunheboto and Longleng DPDBs review development proposals, infrastructure needs and departmental activities at monthly meetings.
DIMAPUR — The District Planning and Development Boards (DPDBs) of Zunheboto and Longleng held their monthly meetings on November 5, to review developmental proposals, assess infrastructure requirements and discuss departmental activities aimed at promoting development and public welfare in the respective districts.
In Zunheboto, the meeting was held at the DC’s conference hall under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner and DPDB Vice Chairman, Dharam Raj.
Reviewing the action taken on the previous meeting’s agenda, the board noted that the proposal to establish a memorial library in honour of Late L Sailo, former EAC Satakha, had been approved. Accordingly, The Nectar Library at Satakha will be renamed in his memory, a DIPR report stated.
The board also deliberated on the recasting of the Iconic Project under 13 A/C Pughoboto, which had been approved by the Sub-Divisional Planning and Development Board (SDPDB).
During the meeting, the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) highlighted the need for a new office building, stating that the existing structure, constructed in 1972, lacked adequate space and hampered the smooth functioning of the office.
The CMO requested the Board to consider the proposal for construction of a new building.
Other proposals discussed included the construction of Head of Office (HoO) quarters, a community hall and tourist lodge in the COCO area, and renovation of the ADC Office and Dobashi Court at Aghunato. The absence of EAC quarters at Satakha was also highlighted.
Addressing the members, DC Dharam Raj urged departments to initiate and submit developmental proposals from the grassroots level to ensure that the district benefits from available development opportunities. He also encouraged departments without official quarters to submit proposals for their construction.
The Deputy Commissioner informed the members about the state-wide Mass Social Work scheduled for November 13 across all villages and districts of Nagaland and called upon departments and stakeholders to actively participate.
As part of the departmental presentations, Senior Lecturer Pavito V Yepthomi, KPA, presented the association’s activities during the current academic year, while Urban Development Officer Y Kunyangse Sangtam delivered a presentation on Solid Waste Management 2026, highlighting proper waste disposal and the importance of maintaining a clean and sustainable environment.
During the discussion, ADC Zunheboto Shaying Sheu urged departments to discourage the use of plastic, particularly during official programmes and functions, and stressed that environmentally responsible practices should begin within government offices.
Meanwhile, the Longleng DPDB meeting was held at the DPDB Hall under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner and DPDB Vice Chairman W Manpai Phom.
Reviewing the minutes of the previous meeting, the board discussed the Police Department’s proposal regarding the shortage of personnel under DEF Longleng and recommended it to the higher authority for consideration.
The board also discussed the development of drainage infrastructure in rural and urban areas. It further approved the constitution of a verification committee to verify Local Area Development Programme (LADP) schemes under 50 A/C Longleng and 49 A/C Tamlu.
SDO Longleng P Pukha Lam, briefed the members on the state-wide mass social work scheduled for November 13 from 6 am onwards.
He said the initiative aims to ensure cleanliness, hygiene and beautification of public places and surrounding areas ahead of the upcoming festive season.
The DC appreciated all Heads of Departments (HoDs) for their contributions towards making the 4th Inter-Departmental Tournament a success.
As part of the departmental presentations, the Forest department, Longleng, presented its activities and initiatives implemented in the district through a PowerPoint presentation.