MTLT office formally dedicated

(Sitting L-R): Rev Dr Bendang Longkumer, Mrs Alemla (house owner) along with MTLT officials and executives after the formal dedication of the Mokokchung Town Lanur Telongjem office chambers at Arkong Ward on September 9.

(Sitting L-R): Rev Dr Bendang Longkumer, Mrs Alemla (house owner) along with MTLT officials and executives after the formal dedication of the Mokokchung Town Lanur Telongjem office chambers at Arkong Ward on September 9.

MOKOKCHUNG, SEPTEMBER 9 (MExN): The much needed office chambers of the Mokokchung Town Lanur Telongjem (Mokokchung Town Youth Organization) was formally dedicated by Rev Dr Bendang Longkumer, Pastor Artang Baptist Church on September 9. 

The newly dedicated office comprising of a president’s chamber, a general secretary cum media & publicity office, a conference hall and a foyer is located in the middle of the town at Arkong Ward. The office chambers were refurbished after the RTO, Mokokchung shifted its office to its new building in Kumlong ward.

Pastor, Rev Dr Bendang Longkumer, before the dedicatory prayer, exhorted the MTLT to always keep God in the front while working for the welfare of the people. The Reverend encouraged the Mokokchung town youths to always do everything for the glory of God and to take strength from the Lord so that they might be bold and stand in truth as they work for the people. 

MTLT first president, Imkongsanen Imchen, while delivering a short speech, delved on the formative history of the organization.

 He said MTLT face a number of hurdles during the early days, yet with prayer of the parents and the constant support from MTLT members, the organization could sustain thus far. 

Imchen also appreciated the present office bearers who have taken the task of opening a dedicated office in the town. He further encouraged them to always keep the welfare of the people first, be bold, stand for the truth and work for the general wellbeing of the people. 

Incumbent MTLT president, Imnaonen Pongen, while delivering the welcome address, appreciated all who have contributed towards the successful opening of the office chambers which was much needed for an organization of the MTLT stature.

He further acknowledged all the MTLT members and also the citizens who have generously donated towards the furnishing of the office. He also deeply appreciated the landlord Mr & Mrs. L. Yanger Aier for leasing the building to the MTLT for which he said, the organization would remain ever grateful.