Dr. Sukhato inaugurates projects in Ighanumi

DIMAPUR — Taking forward the vision ‘A feasible and economically viable agriculture by 2030’ of the department of Agriculture, three prime projects were inaugurated in Ighanumi village under Pughoboto sub-division of Zunheboto district on Thursday.

The member of Nagaland Legislative Assembly (MLA), Dr.Sukhato A Sema, inaugurated the agri-link road, RKVY power tiller path and waiting shed in the presence of the additional deputy commissioner (ADC) of Pughoboto, Tiameren Chang, and other officials.

In his address, Dr. Sukhato urged the farmers to mobilise effectively under Mission Organic Value Chain Development (MOVCD) through cluster farming to promote self-sufficiency and food export from Ighanumi. He urged the community to develop a sense of ownership with all government departments and facilities and further encouraged them to stay united and cooperate for the progress and development of all.

The sub-divisional agriculture officer, Kitoho Michael Swu, highlighted the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) programme which was launched in the year 2007-08. He encouraged the farmers to work hard and ensure food security of the village thereby contributing to the vision goal of the department.

The ADC of Pughoboto, Tiameren Chang, encouraged the farmers to preserve organic seeds and organic/ traditional agricultural practices. He urged the public to take advantage of efficient officers and leaders in the district for their welfare and betterment.

Chang also appreciated the community’s effective leadership at the village level for maintaining peaceful relations with neighbouring villages.

The programme was attended by officials including SDPO, Hankiumong; SDO , R Daniel Angami; FM Sub-DIC, Hekato K Jimo; SDHO Ronlo Rengma and president of Sumi Aphuyemi Kukami Hoho (SAKH), Qhutovi Tenna.

Report stated that the agri-link road was donated by Dr. Sukhato A Sema, while the power tiller path to Ghu River was constructed under RKVY 2023-24, which was funded by the department of Agriculture and the waiting shed was constructed under LADPF 2023-24.