Har Ghar Tiranga: BJP Nagaland visits School for the Deaf in Dimapur

DIMAPUR — As part of the nationwide Har Ghar Tiranga campaign from August 11 to the 15th, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Nagaland unit, led by President Benjamin Yepthomi, along with state officials, visited the School for the Deaf at Naharbari, Dimapur.

The team engaged with the students and staff, extending support as part of the campaign’s outreach initiatives, according to a press release.

It was mentioned that established in 1987, the School for the Deaf is the first and only institution of its kind in Nagaland, dedicated to the education, vocational training, and rehabilitation of the hearing impaired. It was founded by Rev. Yanger Walling, a three-time national awardee (1999, 2004, and 2009).

On the occasion, Rev. Walling expressed his gratitude to the BJP state president and his team for conducting a special Independence Day programme under Har Ghar Tiranga.

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In his address, Yepthomi conveyed that although they came from a political party, they were there as family, expressing joy and gratitude at being among the children.

He noted that God’s love knows no boundaries and that everyone is precious in His eyes, adding that faith is not only heard with ears but also felt in the heart. He further encouraged the community to work towards building a society where every child is valued and loved.

The programme was chaired by BJP state Vice President and convenor of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, Khevishe Achumi.

An invocation of God’s blessings was led by Rev. Walling, followed by performances from the students, including the reading of Bible verses and the presentation of a gospel song in sign language. Besutsu Dozo concluded the programme with a benediction.

In addition to the visit to the School for the Deaf at Naharbari, BJP Nagaland organised free medical camps in all 11 district jails across the state, aimed at ensuring healthcare access for inmates.

A special Har Ghar Tiranga celebration was also held at the residence of Yepthomi. The programme was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Y Patton, BJP ministers and advisors, chairmen of state PSUs, former ministers, Dimapur Municipal Council and Chümoukedima Town Council BJP councillors, along with party leaders, karyakartas, and members from all ranks of BJP Nagaland.