Mokokchung Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) on April 23 provided financial assistance to victims of the April 21 fire at Dilong Ward near MMC Complex, Mokokchung.
Altogether eight traders whose shops were completely destroyed and four others with partially damaged establishments received support. The affected units included paan shops, an electronics repair centre, a theological library and an NGO office, while partially damaged establishments comprised two eateries, a readymade garment store and a bakery.
Addressing the beneficiaries, MCCI president Tsukti Longkumer expressed sympathy and encouraged them to remain resilient, stating that while accidents are beyond control, overcoming them depends on one’s response. He reiterated MCCI’s commitment to the welfare of the business community and called for unity among members.
Highlighting Mokokchung’s reputation as one of the most business-friendly towns in the state, Longkumer attributed it to MCCI’s stand against extortion, noting that unlike most other towns, MCCI does not allow Naga political groups to collect “tax” from the business community.
He further announced that the MCCI building under construction at Arkong Ward, opposite HDFC Bank, would be completed soon.
He said the land purchase and construction were fully funded through members’ contributions, mentioning that MCCI would become the first district chamber of commerce and industry in Nagaland to build its own office-cum-commercial building.
