The Nagaland Empowerment of People through Economic Development (NEPED) launched its official website on Thursday, marking a step towards strengthening its digital presence, institutional visibility and outreach.
Dr Zasekuolie Chusi, IAS, Agriculture Production Commissioner (APC) and Missions Director, NEPED, unveiled the website as the special guest at a programme chaired by Asa Tep, POU Member. The programme was attended by Kovi Meyase, Team Leader, NEPED, officials, staff and members of the NagaEd team.
Speaking at the launch, Dr Chusi said the initiative was not merely about launching a website but represented an important step towards embracing the opportunities of the digital age, strengthening institutional visibility and bringing NEPED’s work closer to the people it serves.
Established by the Government of Nagaland in 1995 to implement the India-Canada Environment Facility (ICEF) project, NEPED was the first foreign-funded project in the State. Over the past three decades, it has undertaken grassroots development initiatives across villages, farms and forests in Nagaland.
The organisation was founded under the vision of Late AM Gokhale, IAS, with R Kevichusa, IAS, serving as its first Team Leader from 1995 to 2000. Several leaders subsequently contributed to its growth, including Khekiye K Sema, IAS, Alemtemshi Jamir, IAS, Late Temjen Toy, IAS, Late Menukhol John and K Libanthung Lotha, IAS. Kovi Meyase, NCS, is currently leading the organisation.
The newly launched website documents NEPED’s institutional journey and development achievements, including a dedicated page recognising its past team leaders. According to the organisation, its initiatives have reached more than 1,000 villages, supported over 2,700 self-help groups and facilitated the planting of more than eight million economic trees.
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NEPED’s initiatives also include the promotion of “Made in Nagaland” Hydrogers, which are now operating in Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim and Ladakh. Its work has received support from international and national development partners, including the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA), Germany’s KfW, Tata Trusts, the North Eastern Council and various ministries of the Government of India.
The website is expected to strengthen NEPED’s public profile, facilitate partnerships, funding and collaboration, and provide government agencies, development partners and communities with accessible information on its work and impact.
Dr Kezevituo Metha, POU Member, who introduced the website, said digital documentation would ensure that NEPED’s work was not only carried out but also appropriately communicated and made accessible to a wider audience. He credited Kovi Meyase with initiating the idea and acknowledged the contribution of NagaEd in developing the platform.
The NagaEd team demonstrated the website during the programme. Dr Chusi thanked the organisation for its technical contribution and collaboration, while Dr Metha also acknowledged its technical expertise and efforts.
The website development follows a five-year Memorandum of Understanding signed between NEPED and NagaEd in Kohima on June 10, 2026.
Describing the launch as the beginning of an ongoing process rather than its conclusion, Dr. Metha said the platform would continue to evolve. Dr. Chusi expressed hope that it would become a gateway to greater knowledge, stronger partnerships, wider outreach and renewed opportunities for Nagaland.
Dr Savio Krocha, POU Member, delivered the welcome address, while Atheo Ezung, POU Member, proposed the vote of thanks.
