Minister of Housing and Mechanical Engineering, P. Bashangmongba Chang inaugurated the PWD Office Complex at Tongdentsuyong ward, Mokokchung on March 12, 2025.
On the occasion, the minister extended appreciation to chief minister, Dr. Neiphiu Rio for his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to infrastructure development in the state. He said the project was a testament to his vision for a well-planned and modern Nagaland.
He also maintained that the new complex was as a symbol of progress and development for Mokokchung district and beyond, a facility designed to provide a conducive working environment for the employees, enhancing efficiency of the department to provide better services to the public.
Reiterating that Public Works Department was one of the most crucial departments in the state, directly responsible for the construction and maintenance of roads, buildings and other essential infrastructures, Bashangmongba said the addition of the complex will undoubtedly improve the department’s capacity to deliver timely and quality services to the people. He also encouraged all the officers and staff to uphold the values of integrity, commitment and service to the people.
Earlier, short speeches were delivered by CE PWD (H), Er. Hozheto Shikhu and Imti Ozukhum, Tongdentsuyong ward chairman. J.E. PWD (H) Mokokchung Division, Er. Talitemjen Jamir presented the technical report. The programme was chaired by E.E. PWD (H) Mokokchung division, Er. Chengato Kath, while vote of thanks was proposed by S.E. Circle-1PWD (H), Kohima, Er. Supongliba. The dedicatory prayer was pronounced by Monglier pastor, MTBA.