Kohima: The Nagaland State Rural Livelihoods Mission held a two-day Indian Sign Language training for its Immersion Site staff. The sessions took place August 4 and 5 at the Rural Development Mini Conference Hall in Kohima. Staff learned to communicate with the hearing impaired. This initiative falls under the Social Inclusion and Social Development vertical.
Certified interpreter Ruokuokhrienuo Vizotha led the training. She covered deaf culture, basic vocabulary, numbers, and non-verbal cues. Participants engaged in role plays and practical exercises to build their confidence. The goal is to strip away communication barriers for rural residents with disabilities.
NSRLM Chief Operating Officer M Rollan Lotha spoke to the group. He said it was important to create an ecosystem that accommodates persons with disabilities and enhances access to entitlements and basic rights. The mission wants these functionaries to take their new skills to the grassroots level. Management hopes this effort promotes equitable service delivery and dignity for all rural citizens.
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