CHONGKHAM, Jun 13: As part of Viksit Bharat Sankalp Outreach Programme commemorating 12 years of Seva, Pragati, Vikas aur Jan Kalyan under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein undertook an extensive outreach tour across the 46-Chongkham (ST) Assembly constituency to review developmental initiatives and engage with various sections of society.
During the tour, Mein interacted with eminent cultural personality, Saratham Namchoom, recipient of the prestigious Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar. He lauded his contributions towards promotion and preservation of rich cultural heritage of the Tai Khamti community, and emphasized the importance of safeguarding indigenous traditions for future generations.
The Dy CM also held discussions with members of the Tai Khamti Heritage and Literature Society, headed by general secretary Kalingna Mannoi. The interaction focused on the Society’s ongoing efforts in manuscript transcription, digitisation, preservation and translation, as well as documentation of traditional knowledge systems. Discussions also highlighted opportunities under the Gyan Bharatam Mission, which seeks to preserve and promote India’s rich knowledge traditions.
He also visited the Chongkham Heritage Homestay, a successful enterprise established under the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Swavalamban Yojana (DDUSY), and interacted with stakeholders regarding its contribution to tourism, entrepreneurship and livelihood generation.
Mein also met senior citizens, Gaon Burahs, women’s groups, Self-Help Groups and beneficiaries of various government schemes, including Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) and Ujjwala Yojana, and reviewed the impact of these initiatives at the grassroots level.
Reviewing developmental works in the constituency, Mein also visited the under construction football stadium construction at Chongkham and assessed its progress. He also visited Govt Hr Sec School, Chongkham, where he interacted with teachers and staff on educational development, academic activities and institutional requirements.
He further visited the weaving centre at Nang Hok Saao, Chongkham, operated by a women-led SHG. Interacting with the members, he appreciated their efforts in promoting traditional weaving while creating sustainable livelihood opportunities and strengthening women-led entrepreneurship.
The Dy CM was accompanied by BJP Namsai district president Ningroo Ong Maio, District In-charge Kohman Lungphi Ngemu, ZPM Chongkham Mulaseng Namchoom, along with public leaders, community representatives and local residents. (Dy CM’s media cell)