CL John addresses project directors and BDOs

The general conference of project directors and block development officers was graced by CL John, Parliamentary Secretary, RD & REPA on March 12 at RD Directorate Conference Hall, Kohima.

A press note received here stated that the Parliamentary Secretary, in his speech, thanked the Government for entrusting him with the opportunity and responsibility of looking after the welfare of the rural population. While expressing his hope for discipline and punctuality in the officers, he reminded them that it was a matter of privilege to be in a position where they can help the people especially the poor and needy. He lauded the efforts of the officers in implementing the various programmes successfully and at the same time called for cooperation and collectivity and take on their responsibilities seriously. He also assured his commitment to support Department.

Metsubo, Director RD, who chaired the Conference, expressed his gratitude to the government for giving a leader like the parliamentary secretary to the department. While revealing that the Parliamentary Secretary was someone having vast knowledge in the field of rural development, the Director stated that he looked forward to working together and learning from his expertise.

In his welcome Address, V. Sakhrie, Commr & Secretary, RD assured the support of the department as he moves forward to take up this new assignment, which will be quite challenging and at the same time interesting.

Director SIRD, Limasenla Jamir, G. Thong, General Secretary, NRDSA and Er. Atu Imsong, BDO Medziphema also welcomed the parliamentary Secretary to the department. Hilo Semp, Joint Director, who gave the vote of thanks also gave assurances to the Parliamentary Secretary to recommit to their responsibilities and work wholeheartedly for the upliftment of the Department. Earlier invocation was pronounced by R. Vasa, Asst. Director.