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Mokokchung District Hospital faces “Severe manpower shortage”

‘Negligence unacceptable,’ warns AKM of agitation
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Mokokchung | 31 January

The Imkongliba Memorial District Hospital (IMDH) is grappling with an acute manpower shortage, severely impacting healthcare services. The hospital has been compelled to appoint 24 personnel—including ICU nurses, plumbers, electricians, and even traffic police—using its own resources to sustain operations. Additionally, five vacancies for lab technicians remain unfilled, exacerbating the crisis. This was reported during a surprise inspection by the Ao Students’ Conference (AKM) at IMDH, Mokokchung, on January 30, 2025.

Expressing these grievances, the AKM submitted a memorandum to the Principal Director, Department of Health and Family Welfare, on January 31, 2025.
In the letter, the AKM pointed out that, as per the Indian Public Health Standards (IPHS), a 150-bedded district hospital should have sufficient medical manpower, including specialist and support staff. However, at IMDH, the transfer of four medical specialists without replacement has rendered the hospital incapable of providing critical care.
“Despite previous appeals to the department, only one replacement has been made, which is grossly insufficient,” the AKM noted. “Such negligence is unacceptable.”

The AKM has demanded immediate action, including the reinstatement of three transferred medical specialists within 30 days. These include Dr Martula Lemtur (Senior Medical Officer), Dr Epibeni L Humtsoe (Junior Specialist, ENT), and Dr Sutsungkokla Imchen (Junior Specialist). They have also called for the appointment of additional medical and paramedical staff in strict compliance with IPHS guidelines and an assurance that future transfers will not take place without prior replacements.

Furthermore, the AKM has warned that failure to address this issue within the stipulated time frame will compel them to initiate mass agitation to demand the healthcare services that are the rightful entitlement of the people. They stated that any further delay would be considered an act of negligence, and the department would be held accountable. “In light of the above statements, we humbly request you to explore the laid norms,” they added.

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Temsüyanger Longkumer, an interdisciplinary artist based in London, has gained international recognition for his ability to merge traditional Naga craftsmanship with contemporary artistic expressions. His work spans a range of mediums, including drawing, sculpture, and installations, each piece reflecting a deep connection to his Naga roots.


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Issue Foothills Road work order within 4 days or Hornbill Festival withdrawal: Dimapur Meeting resolves

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Dimapur | 2 December

An emergency consultative meeting held today (December 2, 2024) in Dimapur resolved that the State Government and the concerned department must issue the work order for the Foothills Road project within four days. Failing to do so will result in the immediate withdrawal of all participants from the 12 Tribes from the Hornbill Festival.

The meeting, attended by members of the NFHRCC, Dimapur-based Tribal HOHOs, and the Young Nagas Action Committee for Foothills Road, emphasized the importance of the Foothills Road project, describing it as a "People's Project" fully initiated by the Naga public. The participants stated that no individual, regardless of their position, can claim supremacy over the project. Any attempts to do so would be at their own risk.

The meeting also resolved that any changes to the road's alignment must have written consent from the NFHRCC. Any attempt to alter the alignment without approval will face severe consequences.
Additionally, the committee reiterated that the work assignment given by the department, as communicated through letter NFHRCC/Gen-1/2023-24, dated October 28, 2024, must remain unchanged. Any alteration of this assignment by any authority will be considered a betrayal of the 12 Tribal Hohos, and the government or department will be held responsible for any resulting consequences.


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