Department of legal metrology and consumer protection (LMCP) Tuensang observed the “world consumer rights day” on March 15 at CKS conference hall Tuensang with the theme “antibiotics off the menu.”
Assistant controller LMCP, Tuensang, M. Zeliang gave the keynote address followed by speech from the resource persons, zonal leprosy officer Tuensang, Dr. Sungmo Chang who defined the meaning of antibiotics deliberating its negative effect on health when used in excess. She illustrated how antibiotics were consumed from various vegetable and non-vegetable inorganic products. In connection she advised the use of organic products.
Yimtsusangla Chang highlighted the consumer protection Act 1986 deliberating on various consumer rights and mechanisms for redressal.
The function was attended by consumer clubs from different educational institutions, government officials and public dignitaries.