NEPED goes digital with launch of website

DIMAPUR: Nagaland Empowerment of People through Economic Development (NEPED) launched its official website on Friday, marking a significant step towards strengthening its digital presence and enhancing public access to its work and achievements. The website was unveiled by APC and mission director NEPED, Dr. Zasekuolie Chusi. The event was chaired by POU member Asa Tep, while NEPED team leader Kovi Meyase was also present.
Speaking on the occasion, Chusi said the launch of the website represented more than the introduction of a digital platform, describing it as an important step towards embracing the opportunities of the digital age, strengthening institutional visibility and bringing NEPED’s work closer to the people it serves. For nearly three decades, NEPED has worked extensively in villages, farms and forests across Nagaland, focusing on community-based development and sustainable livelihoods. Established by the Government of Nagaland in 1995 to implement the India-Canada Environment Facility (ICEF) project, it was the first foreign-funded project in the state.
The website documents NEPED’s journey and achievements, including its outreach to over 1,000 villages, support to more than 2,700 self-help groups, plantation of over eight million economic trees and the expansion of “Made in Nagaland” Hydrogers to states such as Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim and Ladakh. It also features a dedicated section honouring past team leaders and key individuals who played a significant role in the organisation’s growth.
According to NEPED, the platform is expected to strengthen its brand presence, create opportunities for partnerships and collaboration, and provide a transparent public record of its work and impact. Introducing the website, POU member Dr. Kezevituo Metha said documenting NEPED’s initiatives digitally would help make its activities more accessible to a wider audience. He also credited team leader Kovi Meyase for initiating the idea of developing the platform. The website was developed in collaboration with NagaEd, which also gave a live demonstration of its features during the programme. Chusi thanked the organisation for its technical support, while Metha acknowledged NagaEd’s contribution and expertise in making the project a reality.
Describing the launch as the beginning of a continuing process, Metha said the platform would be regularly updated and expanded. Chusi expressed hope that the website would serve as a gateway to greater knowledge-sharing, stronger partnerships, wider outreach and new opportunities for Nagaland.