The District AIDS Prevention and Control Unit (DAPCU) & HIV Partners observed the National AIDS Control Organization (NACO) AIDS Day at Impur Bible Seminary Hall.

The programme was spon’or’d by NSACS and held on the theme : “Take the Rights Path”. Makshi Jamir , DPO, DAPCU, Mokokchung District, shared on the signifi’ance of the day. He stated that World AIDS Day is a day to remember, a day to act. Jamir also stated that it is a day to remember those who lost their lives to AIDS and to support those living with HIV and AIDS. He encouraged the gathering to promotes prevention, treatment, and care. He further challenged everyone to unite and fight against HIV and AIDS.

Temsuwapang Jamir President, NMP + Mokokchung shared on his experiences and urged the gathering to break the silence to stop the stigma and to create a supportive environment for people living with HIV. “Educate yourself, speak out, and treat everyone with respect. HIV is not a death sentence. Access to treatment can save lives,”added Jamir.

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The keynote address on HIV and AIDS was delivered by Yashi Jamir, CPO, Mokokchung while a special presentation was delivered by the Impur Bible Seminary students. Imtilemla Longkumer Principal, Impur Bible Seminary, delivered the word of God

The programme was attended by approximately 300 attendees. DAPCU also organised a candlelight vigil igil and prayer at the Chief Medical Office conference Hall, in the evening, in remembrance of those who died of HIV and AIDS and for those living with HIV.