Minister for Tourism and Higher Education, Temjen Imna Along, addressing the members during SDPDB meeting held at Mangkolemba on June 9. (DIPR Photo)
MANGKOLEMBA, JUNE 10 (MExN): The monthly Mangkolemba Sub-Divisional and Planning Board (SDPB) meeting was held on June 9 at the customary court, Mangkolemba. The meeting was presided over by Temjen Imna Along, Minister for Tourism and Higher Education, Nagaland, along with Vice Chairman Moakumzuk Tzudir, ADC Mangkolemba, with the District Planning Officer, Mokokchung also in attendance.
In his remarks, the Chairman conveyed his optimistic outlook on the ongoing enhancement of the Longnak, Tsurangkong & Jangpetkong road emphasizing the potential impact of such connectivity initiatives, including the Foothill Road Initiative, on regional development.
While recognizing the shortcomings faced by the subdivision, despite being the oldest subdivision in the state, Along underscored the need for government officials to assume greater responsibilities in terms of sincerity and accessibility to the public.
He urged them to work tirelessly to tackle the challenges faced by the community. Additionally, he called on all stakeholders in attendance to collaboratively contribute to the development of the subdivision.
During the meeting, the assembly deliberated on the following agenda items- promotion of CHC Mangkolemba to an empanelled hospital under the CMHIS framework; transfer of MGNREGA bank accounts for the village to the Mangkolemba subdivision from the Mokokchung headquarters; establishment of an urban sub-station for Alongkima and Longnak towns; relocation of the school from Puneboto village to Mithite village; construction of a market complex in Mangkolemba town, along with the establishment of a town council office in Mangkolemba; addressing the poor road conditions within the Longchem circle; and the construction of a border guest house in Akumen village.
After thorough consideration, the assembly found the proposals to be valid and resolved to forward them to the government for approval. Additionally, a PowerPoint presentation was delivered by the Social Welfare Department, Rural Development Department, and Education Department, highlighting their activities and achievements.
