The monthly meeting of the Kohima District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) was successfully conducted at the DPDB Conference Hall, Kohima on October 27.

The meeting was chaired by Dr. Kekhrielhoulie Yhome, Advisor for School Education. Under his chairmanship, the board officially approved the registration of five societies, namely; Angami Sports Association (Midland Colony, Kohima), Take One (Old Ministers’ Hill, Kohima), Nagaland Electrical Contractors & Suppliers Association (Upper Chandmari Colony, Kohima), Kohima Harvest Church (AG Colony, Kohima) and Tevomi Society (P Khel, Viswema).

During the proceedings, B Henok Buchem, DC & Vice Chairman of DPDB Kohima, announced the recipients of the prestigious Kohima District Award for Distinction in public service. The distinguished awardees include: Emilo Patton, District Education Officer; Dr. Menuosietuo Tseikha, District Project Officer (Land Resources); Imlienla, HA (Sr), District Election Office; Kereilenuo Yhome, UDA, DC Office and C. Ngangvang Phom, Excise Constable, Deputy Commissioner of Excise (Zonal). The DC informed the house that these awards will be formally handed over to the recipients next month.

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A key highlight of the meeting was a presentation by the Agriculture Department, which showcased the remarkable success story of millet cultivation in Kezoma Village. Notably, the revival of millet cultivation in Kezoma village was previously lauded by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the 139th episode of his Mann Ki Baat radio programme.

Additionally, the Lead District Manager (LDM) of the bank presented a PowerPoint presentation detailing banking activities and financial status within the state.

Looking ahead to next month’s meeting, the house has requested representatives from the Tourism Department, the Kohima Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI), and the Traffic (Police) to attend. The session concluded successfully with a vote of thanks delivered by the Deputy Commissioner.