DC, Longleng, M Shayung Phom addressing the observation programme in Longleng on May 31. (DIPR Photo)
LONGLENG, MAY 31 (MExN): Deputy Commissioner, Longleng, M Shayung Phom led the World No Tobacco Day celebration in Longleng on May 31 at the DC's office complex.
Speaking on the day, the Deputy Commissioner called upon the NGOs and civil societies of the district to come forward with innovative ideas and valuable suggestions to ban use of tobacco in the district and asserted that without the cooperation and support of the NGOs and civil societies the district administration and police alone cannot combat tobacco.
Asserting that humans have certain instincts and eagerness to try and test prohibited substance like tobacco which gradually becomes an addiction, he said use of tobacco is not only injurious to health but also an unhygienic practice and it's high time to say no to tobacco especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Stressing on the bad effects of tobacco, Shayung appealed to the gathering to be an agent of change by dissemination the information to their family and community.
Earlier, invocation was proposed by Tanlei Pastor, Muli Baptist Church, Longleng while welcome address was delivered by Dr Obsngjungla, Chief Medical Officer, Longleng.
A speech on 'World No Tobacco Day' was pronounced by Dr. Bongau Phom, Jr. Dental Surgeon, district hospital Longleng. Special number was presented by Tenhau.
The program was chaired by Dr. Lingshau James, Medical Officer, PHC Yachem and culminated with vote of thanks by Dr. Philip Kent, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Longleng.
