Nagaland Dr. Rhutso bats for strengthening grassroots health infrastructure

The sub-centre building at Tsiepfütsiepfe/AG Colony Council, Ward No. 15 Kohima, was formally inaugurated on Saturday in the presence of community leaders, health officials, and local residents.
Dr. Tseilhoutuo Rhutso, MLA, graced the event as the special guest and unveiled the building plaque.
Speaking at the programme, Dr. Rhutso underscored the importance of strengthening grassroots health infrastructure and expressed confidence that the newly inaugurated Sub-Centre will greatly benefit the residents of the area.
The special guest called for continued cooperation between government agencies and local bodies to further enhance public health services.
He also urged citizens to be responsible and not rely solely on the government, emphasizing the importance of community contribution for overall welfare.
Dr. Rhutso further assured the gathering that he would extend all possible support to the colony, while encouraging the community and the medical department to utilize available funds judiciously for the betterment of the colony.
Dr. N. Leamnyei Konyak, Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Kohima, acknowledged the collective efforts that contributed to the successful completion of the project.
He assured that an Urban Primary Health Centre (UPHC) would be established if the colony could provide suitable land for its construction.
Dr. Konyak urged the colony authorities to allocate appropriate land to facilitate the hospital’s upgrade and highlighted the various benefits and facilities available under the UPHC scheme.
He further stated that the health centre is being communitized to empower the community, emphasizing that healthcare is a shared responsibility between the government and the people.
Short speeches were delivered by Kevi Kintso, convenor of the building committee.
The programme was chaired by Vilekho Bio, general secretary of TTC.
The event began with a dedicatory prayer led by Kevizu Khezhie, assistant pastor of CRC Tsiepfütsiepfe, followed by a welcome address from Neizokhotuo Belho, Chairman, TTC. The programme concluded with closing remarks.