Participants at the Aspirational Block Programme ‘Sankalp Saptaah’ organized by the Department of Social Welfare, Thonoknyu ICDS Projects on October 4. (DIPR Photo)
DIMAPUR, OCTOBER 5 (MExN): The Department of Social Welfare, Thonoknyu ICDS Projects, organised the Aspirational Block Programme ‘Sankalp Saptaah’ under the theme ‘Sabki Akanshayein Sabki Vikas’ (Everyone’s Aspirations, Everyone’s Development) at Sanglao Village, Thonoknyu on October 4.
According to a DIPR report, the event commenced with short speeches by C Khongo, Head GB, and S Puchio, Village Council Chairman (VCC), who expressed their thoughts on the importance of inclusivity and development in the region.
A highlight of the day was the ‘Millet Ki Rang Birangi Thali’ recipe competition, which showcased culinary talents and celebrated diversity in food culture. Several other engaging activities, such as Growth Monitoring at Anganwadi Centers (AWCs), the Annaprasana ceremony, Poshan Mela (Nutrition Fair), and the Village Health, Sanitation, and Nutrition Day (VHSND) Anaemia Screening Camp at AWCs, were successfully conducted.
The program was chaired by Imlong Chaba, Block Coordinator. The event began with an invocation by Pastor Popoi from Sanglao Village. Keynote address was delivered by M Lakiumong, Child Development Project Officer (CDPO), who shed light on the program’s objectives and emphasized the importance of holistic development for all.
