Officials and others during the launching programme of UraCab Kiphire Branch at Medical Ward, Kiphire on November 4.
Kiphire, November 4 (MExN): The launching programme of UraCab Kiphire Branch was held at Medical Ward, Kiphire on November 4.
Atouzo Metha, Assistant Fleet Manager, was the Chairperson. The programme began with an invocation prayer by Nancy Sangtam, Associate Secretary of Christian Education, USBLA Sub-Centre.
In his welcome address, Keneilezo Rutsa, General Manager of UraCab, shared that UraCab has registered more than 200+ drivers, 4000+ users and completed more than 1500+ rides and counting. He mentioned that UraCab started its journey in 2022 and was formally inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Nagaland in November 2024.
Longdiba L Sangtam, NCS, Additional Deputy Commissioner Kiphire, launched UraCab branch in Kiphire. He remarked that the introduction of an online taxi service is a great step forward for Kiphire. Despite the challenges in road connectivity, he said the service will benefit both locals and visitors traveling to Kiphire. He encouraged the UraCab team, especially Manager Longtili C Sangtam, to remain committed and not give up easily. He also mentioned that the administration is always ready to support innovative and entrepreneurial ventures, emphasizing that success comes through hard work and consistency.
Delivering the closing remarks, Longtili C Sangtam, Manager of UraCab Kiphire, expressed his gratitude to ADC Kiphire, Nancy Sangtam, Associate Secretary Children Education USBLA Sub-center Kiphire, Executive Chairman USSC, Local Taxi Union, All Nagaland Taxi Association Kiphire Unit, Two-Wheeler Taxi Association Kiphire, Chairman Medical Ward, and the UraCab team for their support in making the programme a success. He added that the launch would not only improve travel facilities but also boost the local economy and promote tourism in Kiphire in a sustainable way.