The Department of Information Technology & Communication, Government of Nagaland, in collaboration with the National e-Governance Division (NeGD), Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, conducted a one-day workshop on “DigiLocker (User Experience for Government Application)” and “e-Procurement and eTendering System” on July 18, 2025, at the conference hall of the Directorate of IT&C, Kohima.
Speaking at the inaugural program as the Special Guest, Advisor, IT&C, Economics & Statistics and Evaluation, Sethrongkyu Sangtam stated that DigiLocker and the eProcurement system are two critical pillars of digital governance for a transparent and efficient administration, which is a step towards fulfilling Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a digital India that provides citizens with an accountable and transparent governance.
He thanked MeitY for their continued guidance and collaborations with the state government, which have been instrumental in supporting Nagaland’s integration into the broader digital India framework, and acknowledged MeitY’s presence in conducting the workshop as a testament to the importance of cooperative federalism in advancing inclusive digital transformation. The advisor officially launched several e-services to DigiLocker, such as birth certificates, death certificates, CMHIS cards, and government ID cards. He stated that these services linked to DigiLocker will allow citizens to securely access their official documents online, thereby strengthening trust in public service delivery.
Commissioner & Secretary, IT&C, Arenla Jamir, in her speech, said that this workshop is an important milestone for the state in terms of enhancing awareness and also launching various e-services, all integrated with DigiLocker for a secure and paperless exchange. She said that DigiLocker is not just a repository but a symbol of efficiency, transparency, and citizen empowerment. Similarly, the eProcurement system has the potential to bring competitiveness and accountability to public procurement.
In his introductory address, Director of IT&C, Er. Sabou Yashu welcomed dignitaries and participants, while Additional Director, NeGD, Ajay Kumar assured continued support and emphasised its benefits across sectors. A vote of thanks was delivered by Er. Asono Mor.
