DIMAPUR: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Chümoukedima, Polan John, inaugurated 20 bamboo market stalls at Kukidolong, New Medziphema (Jharnapani) and Medziphema on September 25. The initiative was undertaken by the Medziphema Administration, Chümoukedima, with the support of IDBI Bank, a DIPR report stated.
The programme commenced with a prayer by pastor Thefu Krodo, Jharnapani.
In his inaugural address, Polan John appreciated the support extended by IDBI Bank and stressed the importance of collaboration between the District Administration, financial institutions and local communities. He encouraged participants to make good use of the market stalls to showcase locally produced goods and strengthen their livelihood.
He assured that the District Administration would continue to facilitate initiatives that create opportunities for people and promote inclusive economic growth. The DC also informed that solar panels would be installed at the market site to provide a sustainable source of power, and urged village councils to ensure proper care and maintenance so that the facilities could benefit vendors and the community.
Delivering the opening speech, ADC Medziphema, P. James Swu, highlighted that the initiative was aimed at providing a platform for local farmers, producers, entrepreneurs and vendors to showcase and sell their products. He said the establishment of bamboo market stalls had been a long-cherished dream of him and former NBDA chairman Albert Ezung, which had now become a reality. Swu expressed satisfaction that the vision he had since joining as ADC Medziphema had finally materialised, providing a dedicated platform for promoting bamboo products and supporting local artisans and entrepreneurs.
IDBI Assistant General Manager, Zubenthung Jami, expressed gratitude to the District Administration for choosing IDBI Bank as a partner in the initiative. He appreciated the opportunity to collaborate in creating the facilities and expressed hope that the partnership would continue in future projects. He wished the initiative success and assured continued support from the bank towards community development.
Following the inauguration, DC Polan John, ADC P. James Swu, EAC Medziphema Vithwel Kweho, RO Thejavizo Nakhro, and bank officials visited various agricultural and allied activities in the area, including piggery, poultry, rabbit and cattle farms.
