Chief Minister’s Mobile Operation Theatre surgical camp arrived at the Community Health Centre (CHC) in Mon district on October 23.
Mon, October 23 (MExN): In a boost to accessible healthcare, the Chief Minister’s Mobile Operation Theatre (CM-MOT) surgical camp was inaugurated at the Community Health Centre (CHC), Aboi in Mon district on October 23.
The initiative aims to deliver advanced surgical and healthcare services directly to citizens in remote and underserved areas of Nagaland, a press release stated.
During the inaugural event, Dr Tseilhoutuo Rhutso, MLA, explained the vision behind the programme, noting that while schemes like Ayushman Bharat and the Chief Minister’s Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS) exist, many in remote regions cannot access them due to travel costs and logistical barriers.
“That is why Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio launched this initiative, to bring surgical and medical services right to people’s doorsteps,” Dr Rhutso said.
He stated that since its launch on January 26 this year, the CM-MOT team has visited 21 locations. In Mon District, the team will cover Aboi and Tobu.
Speaking on behalf of the district administration, Thangpong, NCS, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Aboi, commended the CM-MOT team for their dedication and compassion. “This noble initiative restores health, relieves suffering, and brings hope to those in need. Your service reflects the true spirit of the medical profession — to heal, to comfort, and to serve humanity,” he said.
He thanked MLA Manpon Konyak for taking the initiative and facilitating the CM-MOT team’s visit to Aboi, noting that such cooperation between leadership and the medical community makes the programme more impactful.
Highlighting the challenges in rural healthcare, Thangpong noted that distance, financial constraints, and lack of awareness are the primary reasons for delay in surgical treatment. He reiterated the administration’s full support for the CM-MOT mission and emphasized the importance of combining preventive and curative care. He also extended gratitude to the 11th IR for providing accommodation support to the visiting medical team.
Wanglem Konyak, Chairman of Hospital Management Committee (HCMC) Aboi CHC, in his welcome address, thanked Dr Tseilhoutuo Rhutso and his team for bringing much-needed health services to Aboi’s doorstep. The vote of thanks was delivered by Konwang, President, Konyak Union Aboi Unit.
The event opened with an Invocation and Dedicatory Prayer by Manpong, Associate Pastor, Pinkhong Fellowship Aboi, and was chaired by Walangla, Staff Nurse, Aboi CHC.
The CM-MOT medical team includes Dr Tseilhoutuo Rhutso, MLA & Laparoscopic Surgeon; Dr Keneilhoulie Medom, Anesthesiologist & Managing Director, Kohima Hospital; Dr Mhashie, Surgeon, Medical College; Dr Rovino, Consultant Laparoscopic Surgeon; Dr Lanumeren, Dental Surgeon; Supported by four nurses and three OT technicians.
