Elder Line Nagaland, the national helpline for senior citizens celebrated its first anniversary in the building hall of Angami Women Organisation office, Kohima on Wednesday.
According to a DIPR report, special guest, advisor of Urban Development & Municipal Affairs, Dr. Neikiesalie Nicky Kire acknowledged Elder Line Nagaland for taking a good initiative for senior citizens in the state. He stated that Nagas had close attachment with grandparents, however, many elders were left alone at home, especially at villages.
In this regard, he urged upon the agency to spread awareness, so that better treatment could be provided by dropping elders at Old Age Homes and picking them up in the evening.
Guest of honour, Social Welfare department, joint secretary Mhathung Tsanglao encouraged Elder Line Nagaland by saying that the journey had just begun and to work with dedication to give meaningful lives to senior citizens in the state. Elder Line program manager Neithonuo Liegise gave a brief history of Elder Line and said it was not easy to come up with the initiative during the pandemic. Neithonuo expressed gratitude to all the staff and stakeholders for their cooperation.Senior Citizens Association Nagaland president also delivered a short speech.
Earlier, the programme was chaired by Elder Line quality leader, Bendangmeren, welcome address was delivered by Elder Line connect leader Kevitsonuo Shüya and vote of thanks was proposed by Elder Line coordinator (GSWS) Kevinourheno Seyie.
