MoS Verma inaugurates Trade Expo 2023 at Mon

Union minister of State, DoNER and Co-operation, B.L. Verma inaugurated the 3rd Mon International Trade Fair & Expo 2023 on March 25 at local ground, Mon Town.
The MoS was accompanied by advisor Treasuries & Accounts, Art & Culture, K. Konngam; Deputy Commissioner Mon, Ajit Kumar Verma,; joint secretary, Anuradha S. Chagti and under secretary, DoNER, N. Simte and other officials.
In his address, Verma said he was impressed to see the rich culture of Konyak tribe. He informed that under the abled leadership of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, the ministry of DoNER will try to extend maximum possible support for the inclusive development of the remotest place like Mon.
Delivering welcome address, DC Mon, Ajit Kumar Verma said that during the 15 days event, various programmes and performances from renowned artists, singers and other performers will be showcase their talents. The expo will conclude on April 8.
Meanwhile, Konyak Union president extended appreciation to union minister for gracing the occasion and assured to extend support to organizer for the successful conduct of the event. Highlights of the inaugural programme included, cultural performances by Leangha Village Cultural Troupe, Chi Sheko Khong Mon Town, Mon Chamber choir, traditional song by KNSK, Bihu dance from Assam, cultural dance by KNSK, patriotic song by Atzing Konyak and vote of thanks by SDO (C) Hq, H. Berimong.
GHSS Tizit new building inaugurated
B.L. Verma, also virtually inaugurated the newly constructed building of Government Higher Secondary School Tizit, Mon from NIC Conference Hall, Mon on March 25.
The project was funded by the Northeastern Council, Ministry of DoNER.
In his short speech, the MoS informed the gathering on the vision and mission of the ministry of DoNER and special focus on North-eastern region. Verma informed that Tizit has been selected as a backward Block and all necessary efforts will be taken up to ensure the inclusive and participatory development.
The inauguration programme was attended by officials and presidents of KU, KNSK and KSU.