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Kohima: The Nagaland State Commission for Women hosted a state-level consultation on July 17, 2026, at the SIRD conference hall in Kohima. Officials gathered to review the Nagaland Money Lenders Act of 2005. The meeting was mandated by the National Commission for Women and coordinated with the Social Welfare Department.
Predatory lending must end. The state wants to replace exploitative practices with strict oversight for all registered lenders. They also plan to track down and penalize unregistered private lenders operating in the shadows. The commission aims to turn credit into a tool for growth. As the NSCW noted, "The goal is to foster an environment where credit acts as an economic ladder rather than a financial trap."
Expert panels broke down the current law. Neiko Akami of the Nagaland State Legal Services Authority identified legal gaps. Dr. Riku Khutso tackled implementation challenges. Kekhriengulie, an Officer on Special Duty with the Department of Law and Justice, managed the talk on coordination. Dr. Rosemary Dzüvichü of the Naga Mothers’ Association tied the law to women’s rights. She highlighted recurring complaints and demanded serious reforms.
Authorities want concrete changes. They are drafting amendments to fix the system. These updates aim to secure the economic dignity of all citizens. Women remain the primary focus of this push. Fair practices are now the top priority.
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