The Planning & Transformation Department accorded a warm farewell to Meyinuksung, Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC), on the eve of his superannuation from government service on May 30 held at Conference Hall of the Department of Planning & Transformation, Kohima.
The Additiona Development Commissioner, Vilhouhunuo Sachu, stated that Meyinuksung joined government service on February 15, 1996 as a Planning Assistant through the Nagaland Public Service Commission and served in various capacities across the State before being promoted as Deputy Development Commissioner in April 2025 and retiring on May 31, 2026 upon attaining the age of superannuation.
Y Kikheto Sema, IAS, Principal Secretary & Development Commissioner, reflecting on his own 39 years of government service, including 21 years in the Secretariat, stated his long association with many officers of the Planning Department, who have all retired. He expressed happiness at being posted to the Planning & Transformation Department towards the end of his service career.
Describing Planning as one of the most important and efficient departments in the State, Kikheto stated that although he had not worked closely with the retiring officer, he was impressed that as per his service record, Meyinuksung served 29 years in the various districts out of his 31 years of total service, contributing significantly to development at the grassroots level.
Drawing a parallel between life and service, Kikheto remarked that there is certainty for every person that when we are born, we get a certificate to die one day; only the date and time is unknown. Similarly, when we get appointed into government service, we are reminded that we will retire one day- for which the date is known to us either by superannuation or length of service.
Sema stated that not everyone is fortunate enough to complete their service tenure and retire in good health, and congratulated Meyinuksung for successfully reaching this important milestone.
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On behalf of the Government of Nagaland and the Planning & Transformation Department, Kikheto conveyed appreciation for Meyinuksung’s dedicated service to the State and wished him a healthy, peaceful and fulfilling retired life and extended his blessings for the well-being and success of his family.
In his farewell address, Meyinuksung Ao expressed heartfelt gratitude to his colleagues, superiors, officers and staff of the Department for their unwavering support throughout his career. He remarked that his colleagues had been his companions in service, a source of strength during difficult times, and partners in both achievements and challenges.
Reflecting on his journey in government service, he stated that when he joined service, he had limited experience but a clear intention to serve the people and contribute to the progress of the State. He also thanked his family for their constant encouragement and sacrifices during his postings across different districts. Expressing appreciation to the Department for organizing the farewell programme in his honour, he humbly sought forgiveness for any mistakes or shortcomings on his part during his years of service and conveyed his best wishes for the continued success and growth of the Department.
The programme was chaired by N Likao Kikon, Joint Development Commissioner, invocation was pronounced by Ikatoli Kahoto, Planning Assistant, and a special song was presented by Mhonbemo Murry, Steno.
