Chief Minister, Neiphiu Rio inspects the parade contingents during the 62nd Statehood Day celebration held at Nagaland Civil Secretariat Plaza, Kohima on December 1. (DIPR Photo)
Kohima, December 1 (MExN): A draft ‘Draft Memorandum of Settlement-Ill’ was submitted to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (NHA) on November 6 concerning the issue of issue of Frontier Nagaland Territory (FNT) by the Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation (ENPO).
The memorandum stressed on the shared economic progress for all citizens and marking the beginning of a new era of partnership and collective growth, said Nagaland Chief Minister, Neiphiu Rio addressing the 62nd Statehood Day celebration at Nagaland Civil Secretariat Plaza Kohima on December 1.
Reflecting on enduring sentiment of "Peace for Development and Development for Peace," he also appealed to every citizen to strive together to take the State to greater heights.
As per the State DIPR, CM Rio also noted that the formation of Meluri as the 17th District on November 2 fulfils a long-standing demand of the Pochury community and aligns with the State’s policy of creating districts along tribal lines.
On Naga Political issue, he informed that acting on decisions taken in the Cabinet meeting of November 16, a meeting was held with Union Home Minister on November 21.
The recent press statement by the Chief Political Negotiator of NSCN (I-M), the challenges over formation of new Naga political Groups were also highlighted, while reiterating the solving Naga Political issue is a top priority of the State Government.
On Hornbill Festival, the Chief Minister stated that the festival has grown in strength over the years and helped boost the State economy and dwelled on several initiatives to enhance tourist experience including new gallery with over 5,000 seats the Naga Heritage village Kisama and Hornbill App aimed at providing real-time updates, schedules, and information.
Rio also highlighted on successful elections and formation of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) with 33% reservation for women after nearly two decades.
The State Government has initiated the construction of the Konyak Heritage Complex in Mon, under the North Eastern Council (NEC) a pioneering effort to preserve and promote traditional Konyak architecture, sculptures, traditions, and cultural heritage, he said.
To meet the projected load demand of 360 Mega Watt in Nagaland by 2030, the Department of Power has finalised a comprehensive transmission plan with the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), he said.
CM Rio also informed that the Department of New & Renewable Energy has completed the survey and investigation works for development of Lower Doyang HEP in Wokha and a downstream of the existing 75 MW Doyang HEP and the Detailed Project Report (DPR) is ready.
The Department of Information Technology & Communication has notified the recently amended Guideline for Granting Right of Way (RoW), 2024 for installation of Telecom Infrastructure, he added.
He also noted the establishment of two Veterinary Hospitals at Tseminyu and Mangkolemba while three others are in the pipeline in Shamator, Chümoukedima and Niuland.
Rio also underscored how the Department of Soil & Water Conservation is focusing on the promotion and distribution of micronutrients to cover 74,000 farmers and 74,000 hectares of land.
To mitigate and reverse Acid Mine Drainage in coal mining areas, the Ministry of Jal Shakti has approved the Mine Spoil Areas under the HarKhetKoPani (HKKP)-PMKSY being implemented on pilot basis in Mon, Mokokchung, Longleng, Tuensang and Wokha districts, he informed.
The Chief Minister also pointed out that considering the potential as well as challenges of piggery sector, the State Government launched one of India's first Digital Piggery Insurance schemes. It is being implemented with the support of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) and Tata AIG, addressing longstanding hurdles in livestock insurance, he said.
To ensure social and financial security for every citizen of Nagaland and to safeguard families from the impact of unforeseen tragedies such as accidents or untimely loss, the Chief Minister's Universal Life Insurance Scheme (CMLIS) was introduced in August this year, he said.
He also urged more families across Nagaland to come forward and enroll in this “life-changing scheme.”
The State Government is also pursuing with the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways for developing Inland Water projects at Tizu-Zungki and Doyang Reservoir Dam, Noune Lake, Shilloi Lake, he added.
Meanwhile, CM Rio highlighted that to offer viable employment opportunities beyond the government sector, the State Government has also launched several initiatives including the homegrown app-based taxi aggregation service URA Cabs.
Nagaland Logistics Connect, an initiative aimed at driving economic growth and empowering our entrepreneurs through enhanced logistics and transportation support, has also been launched, he added.
Earlier, parade for the celebration of the 62nd Statehood day was presented by the several contingents of Nagaland Police as well as Village Guards.
The celebration also included songs presentations as well as war dances and cultural dances.
