DIMAPUR: District Planning and Development Board (DPDB), Kohima, chaired by Deputy Commissioner B. Henok Buchem in the presence of DPDB chairman and advisor for School Education, Dr. Kekhrielhoulie Yhome, reviewed various development and infrastructure issues during its meeting at DPDB Hall, Kohima on September 22, 2026.
According to DIPR report, the Board felicitated R. Ronald Meru, teacher at GHSS, Sechü Zubza, who received the National Teachers’ Award 2026.
The Board discussed the proposal for shifting Bumble Bee Inclusive School and agreed to recommend it. On the Ni kshay Mitra Initiative 2026, members resolved to organise a donation drive to support economically weaker TB patients, with assistance of Rs. 500 per month for six months required for each patient. On Reform Utsav 2026, a presentation was made and district departments were directed to submit their reform measures by October 5.
The Board also discussed maintenance and restoration of roads under NH 29. EE PWD (R&B) Er. Wapang proposed maintenance of the 18 km stretch from Ayush Hospital, Sakhabama to Pudunamei via Kezoma for heavy motor vehicles, and the road from NH 02 Phesama Junction to NH 02 Kipfuzha for light motor vehicles. The proposals will be recommended to NHIDCL. Dr. Yhome directed that a meeting be held with contractors and companies executing road works to ensure compliance with maintenance provisions and proper deposit of labour cess.
EE PHED Er. Neilhoukholie Chielie presented an overview of the Mima Water Supply Facility, highlighting technical and operational aspects, power dependency, manpower challenges and asset maintenance.
A presentation was also made on the Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan 2026 for Kohima, covering source segregation, waste stream categorisation, dumpsite free targets and five waste pathways. The need to strengthen governance mechanisms and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) was emphasised.
From DDMA, Victor Yhome presented an action taken report on disasters reported at Lower Chandmari, Phesama Kisama Road, Khonoma village, Mezoma Dzüdzüa Road, D Block Colony, Zarü Bridge and other locations.
The DC reminded officers to submit nominations for the Kohima District Award for Distinction in Public Service.
