A farewell program for outgoing chief engineer Er. S. Kughaho Sema was held at the office of Chief Engineer Irrigation & Flood Control Department (IFCD) conference hall on June 30.
DIPR reports that advisor, IFCD Namri Nchang in his brief speech stated that there were many government officers who were not able to reach their retirement day due to ill health but it was a blessing for the outgoing officer to have come this far. He encouraged all the staff and officers to follow the outgoing officer’s footsteps considering the commendable work he have done for the government and the people in general.
Outgoing chief engineer, Er. S. Kughaho Sema, in his farewell speech expressed gratitude to the almighty God for His providence and also for the occasion. Reflecting back to the past is important, he said, as the present is a repercussion of the past, he said.
He also stated that because of the support of the dedicated, hardworking and sincere officers and staff, that the department could move forward and implement various projects successfully. As government officials we are the deciding factor whether to steer the society towards a brighter future or into a calamity, he said. He added that officers of the department had a great responsibility and they could be instruments to bring changes in society.
Concluding his speech he congratulated the incoming EE, Er. Tsuktinungsang and extended wishes for his successful tenure as the chief engineer.
Additional chief Engineer, Er. Tsuktinungsang, addressing the gathering shared that the outgoing officer, in his years of service, had never neglected his duties which, Tsuktinungsang said, reflected the true leadership quality that he possessed.
Short speeches were delivered by Imma Longkumer registrar, Er Chubawati Chang president IDEA, Er Dikhalo Lasushe, president IDDEA and Er Thefusalie Guozi, executive engineer Dimapur Division, family member and Er. Achakbo Agri Department. A special song was presented by Er. J Lanu Longchar, EE Mokokchung Division. Vote of thanks was pronounced by Sonu Angami EE Head of Office. Additional secretary Kevin Zehol IFCD chaired the program.