A one-day awareness programme on the functioning of the Nagaland Lokayukta was held in collaboration with district administration Longleng on May 30 at District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) Hall, Longleng.
According to a DIPR report, speaking at the programme, Lokayukta Nagaland, Banuo Z. Jamir, called upon the gathering to always do the right thing. Stating that the fight against corruption requires a concerted effort by everyone, Jamir hoped that through the awareness programme, the citizens would be better informed of what each one of them can each contribute towards the fight against corruption.
In his address, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Longleng, Dharam Raj, acknowledged the Lokayukta and her team for their effort.
Upa Lokayukta, Mayang Lima, highlighted about the Nagaland Lokayukta Act 2017 while Upa Lokayukta, Khanrinla Koza shared on the salient aspects of the various laws that govern the Nagaland Lokayukta, Structure and Prevention of Corruption Act 1988, Attachment of Property and Whistle Blowers Protection Act, 2024.
The programme also witnessed productive open discussion with the participants. SP Nagaland Lokayukta Police, B. Phongtau Phom, delivered the vote of thanks. The programme was attended by the Phom People’s Council, Phomla Hoichem, Phom Students Conference, Wards representative and the representatives from churches within Longleng Town.