Rhosietho Ngouri addressing the launching programme of Reform Utsav at Middle Khomi on October 2.
Kohima, October 2 (MExN): Middle Khomi under Phek district on Friday witnessed the launch of Reform Utsav, integrated with the People’s Plan Campaign- “Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas,” for Phek District bringing Government departments and the local community together to strengthen participatory planning and grassroots development.
The programme, held at the Village Council Hall, Middle Khomi, was graced by Rhosietho Ngouri, Deputy Commissioner, Phek, as the Special Guest in the presence of Zhoi Lohe, Project Director, DRDA Phek.
Er. Mechietsho Koza, , EAC, Phek (Hq), chaired the programme.
The Reform Utsav focused on bringing development planning closer to the people by creating a platform for direct interaction between the community and various Government departments.
Emphasis was laid on identifying local needs and priorities, creating awareness about Government schemes and services, and promoting convergence of departmental programmes for effective and inclusive development.
The programme commenced with an invocation by Nukuyi Tenyi, Pastor, Middle Khomi Baptist Church, followed by the welcome address by Vekhrolo Koza, APO, DRDA, Phek.
A major highlight of the programme was the series of departmental PowerPoint presentations delivered by representatives from the District Agriculture Office, District Horticulture Office, DRDA, Chief Medical Office, PHED, Power Department, District Welfare Office, District Programme Office (ICDS), District Land Records & Survey Office and ITI, Phek.
The presentations covered various Government schemes, welfare programmes, livelihood opportunities, essential services, skill development initiatives, infrastructure and other development interventions available to the people.
The session also provided an opportunity for the community to understand the eligibility and procedures for accessing various Government programmes.
An interactive session involving Village Council members, community representatives and the public further facilitated discussion on local development priorities and possible convergence of departmental schemes to address the needs of the village.
The event concluded with a tree plantation drive, in which the Special Guest, Chairperson, departmental officials, Village Council members and community representatives participated.
The initiative symbolized the collective commitment towards environmental conservation and sustainable development.
The Reform Utsav at Middle Khomi marked a significant effort to strengthen people’s participation, departmental convergence and grassroots-level development planning, with the larger objective of ensuring that development initiatives are responsive to the needs and aspirations of the people.
