The Block-level Orientation and Workshop for the Aadi Karmayogi Abhiyan was successfully convened at Jubilee Hall, Atoizu on September 22. The programme was presided over by Dr Samuel Akho Konyak P, NCS, Extra Assistant Commissioner, Atoizu and Block Nodal Officer, who delivered the keynote address outlining objectives and modalities of the Abhiyan.

Master Trainers for the block were Medical Officer, Atoizu, Dr Gihuka Chishi; Senior Supervisor, Social Welfare Department, Atoizu, Innoto K Achumi and Rural Development Department, Akuhaito, Vitoka, who conducted technical sessions and training components.

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Attendees were drawn from a wide cross-section of stakeholders from Atoizu Sub-division: representatives of the Atoizu Town Council; Village Councils; Gaon Buras; VDB Secretaries; Anganwadi Workers; ASHAs; Self-Help Groups (SHGs); Civil Society Organisations (CSOs); among others. The orientation covered the framework of Aadi Karmayogi Abhiyan, roles and responsibilities of functionaries, convergence of departments, and mechanisms for grassroots implementation.

The workshop emphasised participatory planning and the alignment of local bodies with the central and state directives of the Abhiyan.