Chümoukedima Officials Map Out Water and Sanitation Grant Strategy

Kohima: Chümoukedima officials gathered on August 7 to tackle infrastructure funding. The district hosted an orientation program at the Deputy Commissioner's conference hall regarding the XVI Finance Commission Tied Grants. Money is on the table. The session focused specifically on water and sanitation improvements.

Deputy Commissioner and District Water and Sanitation Mission chairperson Polan John led the meeting. He demanded clear planning and total transparency from all agencies. These funds aim to bolster drinking water supply, sanitation, and solid waste management district-wide. He stressed the importance of "proper planning, transparency and effective utilisation of the grants" to get the job done right.

Experts from the Public Health Engineering Department and the Rural Development Department ran the technical training. They walked staff through operational guidelines and fund implementation. The event wrapped up with a strategy session. Officials debated how to best manage these projects at the village level.