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Awards given out on I-Day

On the occasion of the 62nd Independence Day 2008 celebrated at Nagaland Civil Secretariat Plaza, the following individuals were awarded:-
President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (2008)
1. Jangtsulong Changkija, DGP, Nagaland.
President’s Medal for Meritorious Service
1. Yitsutu Pochury, ABSI.
Governor’s Gold Medal (2008)
1. Y. Yanputhung Kikon, SDO (C), Chizami
2. Kevisetuo Angami, Dy. Supdt. of Excise, Narcotics Cell, Dimapur
3. Watienla Jamir, Joint Director, Horticulture
Governor’s Commendation Certificates (2008)
1. Parshuram Rana, Office Supdt., Directorate of Treasuries & Accounts, Kohima
2. Sangmai C. Imlong, SDO (C), Phek
3. Watinungsang Jamir, Bulldozer Operator, Mechanical Department, Kohima
4. Mhathung Yanthan, Joint Director, Land Resources Development, Kohima
5. Moatoshi Longkumer, Joint Director, Land Resources Development, Kohima
6. Khriesangulie Angami, Fireman, Fire & Emergency Services
7. Imtisowa, SDO (PHED), i/c Mon Sub-Division
8. Community Education Centre Society, Dimapur
President’s Police Medal for Meritorious Service (2007)
1. P. Jongpongnunsang Ao, DIG (Training & Border), Chümukedima
2. Zekotso Mero, Commandant 4th NAP, Thizama
Governor’s Gold Medal (2007)
1. Meyionen, Addl. Supdt. of Police, Vigilance & Anti-Corruption, Kohima
2. Shiwoto, Addl. Supdt. of Police, Vigilance & Anti-Corruption, Kohima
3. Er. Kezhazelhou Theünuo, E.E (CAWD) Commissioner’s Office, Kohima
4. Er. Vitoshe Swunetho, E.E. (I&FC), Dimapur
5. Zakielhoulie Angami, Constable, Kohima

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