Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio on Monday said that the decision to relocate the Extra Assistant Commissioner (EAC) headquarters of Namsang Circle from Kongshong to Yonglok under Longleng district was taken in response to long-standing public representations and with the objective of strengthening administrative outreach. He said this while addressing the gathering.
In a post on X, Rio said the move aimed at improving governance and service delivery, particularly in remote and border villages.
He noted that while the establishment of the Namsang EAC had earlier marked an important milestone in administrative expansion, evolving developmental needs, population distribution and connectivity considerations necessitated a fresh review of the headquarters’ location.
The chief minister commended the people of Namsang for their active role in shaping the area’s development and expressed hope for continued growth, harmony and prosperity as the region embraces new opportunities.
Others who addressed the gathering included, deputy chief minister Y Patton, legislators– B Bangtick Phom, A Pongshi Phom and deputy commissioner Longleng W Manpai Phom.
The programme was chaired by Dr. Phongshak Phom while invocation was pronounced by Yonglok Baptist Church pastor Longshing. Welcome address was delivered by president Namsang Citizen Union B Patong Phom and words of appreciation by president Phom Peoples’ Council Y.B. Angam Phom.
ADC Longleng delivered the vote of thanks and Namhaching Baptist Church pastor Ongkhai Phom gave the benediction.
Namsang EAC HQ relocatedfor improved outreach: Rio
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