Kohima, September 26 (MExN): ‘Training on basic courtesy’ for drivers was held on September 26. Getting the message clear that Nagaland needs to change and improve for the betterment of future generation, the drivers decided to weed out corruption. “The drivers resolved that they will rededicate themselves to their work, be more courteous and will remain honest,” Dr. Hovithal Sothu Deputy Director, ATI said in a press release. In the same line, they have requested and challenged the officers to remain honest in their work and in financial and official dealings.
A total of 179 drivers from various departments and districts joined the programme. The participants have also requested dealing hands in the offices not to delay the files of the drivers where matters relating to their services and up-gradations are processed. Another issue of concern was a long standing request of giving them Vehicle Inspectors in the districts which they said if given will be an encouragement and a moral boost for their service.
The day started with exhortation by Lithrongla G.Chishi, IAS, Secretary to the Government of Nagaland and Director, ATI. While encouraging the drivers to give their best in their services, she reminded them that Government service is not only rights, but that they should also know their responsibilities and perform well.
Er. Dzuvichutuo Khale from Nagaland State Transport spoke on the Technicalities of Vehicles. He shared on how to take good care of vehicles and how to save fuel. Thejazelie Kire, SI spoke on Traffic Rules, regulations and problems faced by the heavy traffic flow of our towns especially Kohima and how to tackle it.
Dr. Hovithal Sothu Deputy Director, ATI spoke of Basic Courtesy in line with how to exist together as a fast growing and developing society. The drivers actively interacted with the resource persons and even shared their grievances. President, All Nagaland Government Drivers Association Neivisieto Rino spoke in the end.
