Matribhumi Samachar English
Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, Shri Jual Oram, is on a three-day visit to Nagaland from 13th to 15th October 2024. This visit is part of the Prime Minister’s initiative to send ministers to every corner of the country, with a special focus on the Northeast, to engage with citizens, understand their concerns, and contribute towards building a Vikasit Bharat (Developed India).
On 13th October, Shri Oram met with the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Nagaland, Shri Neiphiu Rio, at his residence in Sovima. The meeting focused on key developmental projects, including the effective utilization of funds for Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) and the National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation. Shri Oram emphasized the importance of developing world-class EMRS schools and promoting an entrepreneurship ecosystem in the state.
On 14th October, Shri Oram addressed local tribal communities at an event held in the Multi-purpose Hall in Zunheboto. He highlighted that the primary objective of his visit was to ensure that government schemes are effectively reaching the people of Nagaland at the grassroots level. Shri Oram listened to the concerns of the communities and reassured them of the central government’s unwavering commitment to fostering development and empowerment in the region.
Shri Oram also visited the Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) in Diphupar, accompanied by the Advisor for Tribal Affairs, Nagaland, Shri H. Tovihoto Ayemi. Following this, he interacted with vendors and artisans at Adi Bazar, engaging with the local community to discuss challenges and explore ways to support their economic growth through government initiatives.
Explaining the significance of his visit, Shri Oram remarked that it aligns with the Prime Minister’s vision for ministers to directly engage with citizens across the country, particularly in the Northeast, and to advance the nation’s goal of becoming a developed nation.
On 15th October, Shri Oram will attend the inauguration of a new community hall at Indisen village in Dimapur, further demonstrating the government’s commitment to empowering and uplifting local communities through robust infrastructure development.
Explaining the significance of his visit, Shri Oram remarked that it aligns with the Prime Minister’s vision for ministers to directly engage with citizens across the country, particularly in the Northeast, and to advance the nation’s goal of becoming a developed nation.
On 15th October, Shri Oram will attend the inauguration of a new community hall at Indisen village in Dimapur, further demonstrating the government’s commitment to empowering and uplifting local communities through robust infrastructure development.
