‘Be agents of change for a healthy society ‘

Handwashing Day observed at Nazareth School

Pfutsero, October 19 (DIPR): Global Handwashing Day was observed on October 15 at Nazareth School, Pfutsero, organized by PHED Phek division of WSSO, PHED Nagaland.  

Addressing the gathering, Vizopal Chaya, Ambassador i/c Phek district encouraged the students to be agents of change for a healthy society. He urged the gathering to wash hands with soap to stop the spread of communicable diseases. Asking all not to litter the environment, he also advised the students to be examples so that others can emulate them. He encouraged the students to participate actively in keeping the environment clean and lead a healthy lifestyle.  

The programme, attended by 700 students, was chaired by Tshete Koza, Teacher, Nazareth School. The students presented a welcome song and a skit on hand wash and hygiene. Demonstration on hand washing was presented by Virhelie, Sanitation and Hygiene Consultant. Principal, Fr. Dr. Philip Abraham S.J. apprised the gathering of the importance of cleanliness.