The District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) meeting was held at Kiphire on October 15 under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner, Temsuwati Longkumer NCS.

The DC briefed the members about the unfortunate incident that occurred on Saturday at Pungro town and several villages under Pungro, and Kiusam Circle where one life was claimed during the incident and injuries were reported. He informed that the situation is now under control.

Addressing the officers, the DC said as responsible officers of the district, “we are here to serve the people despite whatever goes around.” He called upon all officers to play their part in their own capacity and to kindly ensure safety, security and rehabilitation of the affected people.

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The DC noted that the USLP has issued a notice in this regard for peace and harmony between the two community. The Deputy Commissioner further informed that large numbers of students have lost all their academic essentials and uniforms iand many families have lost their dwellings iin the incident. He appealed to all officers and the Officers Club Kiphire to extend a helping hand in whatever way possible .

The House strongly condemned such acts. The DC stressed that issues should be resolved through dialogue and understanding, stating that “if two heads don’t come together, lasting solution will never be arrived.”

He urged all members to spread the message of communal harmony. The DC also toured the affected areas to take stock of the situation.

During the programme, the Power point on Solid Waste Management and Awareness on HIV/AIDS was given by Urban Development Department, and District Strategy for HIV/AIDS ( DISHA) kiphire in respective manner.