Abu Metha handing over the documents for Zaputuo-u Welfare Fund at Kohima Orphanage and Destitute Home on June 6. (DIPR Photo)
Kohima, June 6 (MExN): The Zaputuo-u Welfare Fund was launched by Advisor to Chief Minister and also Chairman of IDAN, Abu Metha on June 6. He handed over the documents at Kohima Orphanage and Destitute Home (KODH).
Earlier this year when Abu Metha visited KODH during its golden jubilee as the special guest, he had stated that Zaputuo-u Welfare Fund will be instituted.
A DIPR report stated that the welfare fund bank account is in Bank of Baroda. It will be operated by a board comprising of the present Mother of the Home, Neibanuo and other personalities and people involved in social service.
It said that the aim of the fund is to create opportunities for the children of the home and to pursue rewarding careers and excellence in various fields. The fund will assist the children for higher education, exposure opportunities, capacity building exercises etc. It will also support the children to pursue their dreams, aspirations and their passions. The fund aspires to support the children so that they are not denied the opportunities to pursue their ambitions and their dreams. The fund will also help the children to excel in various fields such as, skill development, computer education, sports, music, arts, education etc.
The fund aims to keep alive the memory of Zaputuo-u who is a pioneering personality and a tall figure among the Naga people. Her dreams and vision to give respect and a future to every child on par with everybody else will be pursued with committed seriousness. Till today and for all future generations she will remain an inspiration.
Meanwhile, Abu Metha has appealed to all well wishers to positively contribute to this fund so that no child is left behind. Abu Metha added that the welfare fund is starting with seed money of Rs 5 lakh deposited in the account.
Abu Metha was accompanied by, Theja Meru, Chairman TaFMA and Dr Hovithal Sothu, PD TaFMA.
