In Tseminyu, the World AIDS Day was observed on November 30 with the theme, “Take the Rights Path”, at Town hall, Tseminyu.

District AIDS Control Officer DISHA Cluster/DAPCU, Dr. Chibenthung Kithan said that each year, the World AIDS Day focuses on a specific theme, where he cited this year’s theme “Take the Rights PATH”. The world can end AIDS if everyone is well aware of the disease. The substantial progress that has been made in the HIV response is directly linked to progress in protecting human rights, he said. Gender equality is an essential element of an approach to AIDS that is grounded in human rights. Acceptance, respect and care are Laws, policies and practices that punish the people who discriminate against people living with AIDS. Kithan also said that the upholding of everyone’s human rights is an essential underpinning of an effective HIV response. Therefore, World AIDS day is a call to take action to protect everyone’s health by protecting everyone’s rights.

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In his short speech, EAC Tseminyu, Ruokuosetuo Tetso said this program is the first of its kind in the district. Tseminyu, being a new district, has the responsibility to ensure that everyone regardless of its background shall have access to information, care and support to live a healthy life for everyone. He also called upon to fight against HIV/AIDS through education and awareness campaigns, combat stigma and encourage early testing and treatment. He urged each one not to discriminate against them but instead embrace with compassion and understanding.

Earlier, the program was chaired by ICTC Counsellor, Tseminyu, Bensinle Magh and special songs were presented by KRIPA foundation, Tseminyu and MT Terogvi Theological, Tseminyu while vote of thanks was delivered by District Program Officer, DISHA/DAPCU, Sentimongla Tzudir.