Chief Engineer (Transmission & Generation), Er Kasho Chishi, along with officials during his farewell programme held at the Conference Hall, Electricity House, Kohima on May 29. (DIPR Photo)
Dimapur, May 29 (MExN): The Department of Power, Nagaland, organised a farewell programme in honour of Chief Engineer (Transmission & Generation), Er. Kasho Chishi, on May 29.
The programme began with an invocation pronounced by Superintending Engineer (Transmission), Er. Moameren.
In his farewell speech, Er. Kasho Chishi expressed gratitude to colleagues, officers and staff for their support, cooperation and friendship throughout his service tenure. He also thanked his family, especially his wife and children, for standing by him during every phase of his career.
Speaking on the responsibilities of the Department, he said that while the Department’s functions are highly technical in nature, it also carries significant commercial and welfare obligations. He urged officers and staff to continue serving the Department with sincerity, devotion and commitment.
Highlighting the need for modernization and reforms, he stressed the importance of keeping pace with technological advancements, improving commercial operations, reducing technical and commercial losses, and ensuring quality power supply with minimal interruptions.
On the State’s power sector, Er. Chishi said that Generation, Transmission and Distribution are equally important and require continuous upgradation. He also noted that the Generation sector currently requires greater attention for capacity addition and suggested exploring private participation, competitive bidding, MoU routes and Joint Ventures for development of generation projects.
Addressing younger officers, he encouraged them to work with integrity, humility and compassion while preserving the Department’s reputation for hard work and discipline.
Short speeches were also delivered by President, APEN, Er. Mhonlumo Kikon, who described Er. Chishi as one of the most instrumental persons during the cadre review exercise of 2002–2003 and a man of impeccable credentials.
Chief Engineer (Distribution & Revenue), Er. Nitovi A. Wotsa, said that Er. Chishi possessed exceptional leadership qualities, while Engineer-in-Chief (Power), Er. Wabangmeren Jamir, credited him for the growth of the Department, particularly in the Transmission and Generation sectors.
Principal Secretary, Power & Chief Minister’s Office, Dr. K. D. Vizo, ITS, described Er. Chishi as a highly capable and talented officer.
Speeches were also delivered by Er. Chishi’s children during the programme.
A special number was presented by Renthungo Tungoe and party.
The thanksgiving prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Hokheto Chophi, Lead Pastor, Thilixu Village Baptist Church, while the vote of thanks was delivered by Addl. Chief Engineer (Civil), Er. Anthony N. Dzüvichü.
The programme was chaired by Addl. Chief Engineer (Distribution & Revenue), Er. R Lobosang Jamir.
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