“The Birds and Bees Talk” (TBBT) project celebrated “World Health Day”-cum-“felicitation program” for teachers and students on April 5, under the theme “Health for All” at the Kohima Village Council Hall.
According to a press release issued by TBBT, Nagaland senior state lead Ruchunsinle Tep, the TBBT programme was a joint initiative led by Reckitt and implemented by Plan India to propel the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), Government of India’s initiatives on adolescent health and the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the country.
The event was graced by principal director, School Education & Project Director, NECTAR &CEO, State Health Authority, Thavaseelan K.
In his address, Thavaseelan lauded the on-ground efforts and TBBT’s presence in the state in spreading vital awareness among the adolescents. The guest speaker of the event, deputy director, Health and Family Welfare Department, Dr. Ruokuohelie Rutsa, spoke on the World Health Day theme “Health for all” where he highlighted the importance of crucial habits and practices in budding stage to grow up into healthier adults.
Highlights of the event was the felicitation of teachers and students from Northfield School, Ministers Hill Baptist Higher Secondary School and GMS Forest Colony, Kohima for their exemplary performance and participation in the TBBT programme.
