DIMAPUR, JANUARY 31 (MExN): President of the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party, Chingwang Konyak said that the present scenario is an opportunity to introspect and take a fresh look at the existing laws and regulations.
Welcoming the institution of a high powered committee on the ILP and related regulations, the NDPP put forward suggestions to further improve existing systems.
It proposed that the government may contemplate introduction of work permits for those seeking employment in any sector which will enable the government machinery to better regulate the floating labour population. “It will also create opportunity to increase revenue while giving better opportunity for local people to take up all form of available employment,” Konyak said.
Call was also made to strengthen the ILP regime with use of modern technology so that it is more effectively implemented and regulated. Use of technology will also check improper practices, curtail misuse of the laws and combat corruption, the NDPP president said.
He also called for stringent monitoring and control with regard to issuance of Schedule Tribe and Indigenous Inhabitant Certificates by the government through the respective District Administrations.
“It may be suggested that the issuing authority should approve of issuing the said certificates only on the production of genuine NOC/certificate by the applicant from the concerned village authorities under whose jurisdiction they come under. Today, the issuance of such certificates has become a booming industry whereby the antecedents of the holder of these certificates become questionable. The government should implement a zero-tolerance rule to such malpractices and even haul the erring officer’s for disciplinary action if so required,” he proposed.
Other suggestions included introducing a more tourist friendly system in line with the rising tourism industry of the state; considering introduction of ILP regulations in all parts of the State including Dimapur; proper sensitization to effectively implement existing rules; and ensuring a responsible citizenry.
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