Additional Deputy Commissioner Chumlamo Humtsoe addressing participants during the International Red Cross Day observation at CMO Conference Hall, Mokokchung.
Mokokchung, May 11 (MExN): The Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS) Mokokchung Branch observed International Red Cross Day on May 8 at the CMO Conference Hall, Mokokchung, under the theme “On the side of Humanity.”
Addressing the gathering, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) of Mokokchung, Chumlamo Humtsoe, praised Red Cross volunteers for their selfless service and underscored the importance of “volunteering without asking anything in return.” He emphasized that the spirit of free service demonstrated by Red Cross members should be a guiding example for the wider community, especially in supporting government initiatives and developmental efforts.
He also urged participants to uphold the seven fundamental principles of the Red Cross — Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity, and Universality.
Earlier, Dr. S.S. Akaba Longchar, Honorary Secretary of IRCS Mokokchung, welcomed participants and highlighted the IRCS's mission of service to humanity. He appreciated the sustained participation of Junior Red Cross (JRC) volunteers and faculty members from local schools in promoting this mission.
A total of 77 JRC volunteers from six schools in Mokokchung district took part in the event, along with IRCS members and teachers. The program also saw participation from Dr. Sentizungla Marina Yaden, Chief Medical Officer Mokokchung and Vice Chairman of the IRCS Mokokchung Branch.
