Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton on Thursday inaugurated the newly established Primary Health Centre (PHC) at Englan, Wokha. The inaugural programme, held at the PHC premises, featured Deputy Commissioner Wokha, Vineet Kumar, IAS, as the guest of honour.
In his address, the Deputy Chief Minister stressed the urgent need to resolve land acquisition and border demarcation issues that often impede developmental activities. He urged the district administration and police to actively cooperate in demarcating the land already purchased for expansion around the PHC and the Extra Assistant Commissioner’s office area.
Expressing concern over the recurring damage to public property, Patton appealed to citizens to uphold civic responsibility and safeguard government infrastructure. He reminded the gathering that public facilities are established for the welfare of the people and must be treated with care and respect. He further called upon the community to extend cooperation to the health centre staff to ensure quality service delivery, particularly for local residents and farmers.
Highlighting the role of community participation, the Chief Minister entrusted the elders and Goanburas of Englan and neighbouring villages with the responsibility of protecting the infrastructure and ensuring its proper upkeep.
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Deputy Commissioner Wokha, Vineet Kumar, IAS, in his remarks, acknowledged the infrastructural challenges faced by many healthcare units across the district. He noted that while several centres remain in deteriorating condition, the people of Englan Range are fortunate to receive a well-equipped facility. He stressed that access to basic healthcare is a fundamental right and called upon citizens to support the functioning and preservation of such essential services.
The programme began with a welcome address from Chief Medical Officer Wokha, Dr Thungchanbemo Ezung. A short address was also delivered by Chanbemo Odyuo, President of the Englan Range Village Council Union. The event was chaired by Dr Mhajan Kikon, Medical Officer of Englan PHC.
