Empty Villages, Crowded Towns
The steady migration from Nagaland’s villages to urban centers is no longer just a trend; it is a warning signal. This demographic shift, driven by economic necessity and compounded by…
Tongpang Ozukum calls for strengthening local governance, sustainable revenue generation and urban reforms
Speaking at the inauguration of the newly built “Arok Kilem” community building in Sungkomen Ward, Mokokchung Town, MLA and Advisor for Water Resources, Government of Nagaland, Tongpang Ozukum on Friday…
Sustainable cities start here: Green heap’s organic answer to urban waste – Arenla Tzudir
Mokokchung Town, with a population of about 1,36,743 , generates 13.5 metric tons of waste per day,of which 9% constitutes segregated organic waste. The improper disposal of organic waste leads…
OKM demands time-bound action on deplorable road conditions in Mokokchung
The Ongpangkong Students’ Conference (OKM) has issued a press statement expressing serious concern over the “deplorable road conditions” from Rotary Junction to IOC in Mokokchung town. According to the OKM,…
Urban Development Department responds to OKM’s road repair ultimatum
As the 15-day ultimatum issued by the Ongpangkong Students’ Conference (OKM) expires on April 8, the Urban Development Department, Nagaland, has officially responded to OKM’s appeal for urgent repairs to…
Mokokchung: ‘Urban Chic’ relocates to Arkong Ward as business grows
With strong online sales and a keen eye for trends, Asang Karanur’s store continues to grow Entrepreneur Asang Karanur has relocated her clothing store, Urban Chic, to a new space…
Rural-to-Urban Migration in Naga Society
The migration of people from villages to towns is a phenomenon that has transformed societies across the globe, and Nagaland is no exception. This shift, driven by aspirations for better…
Nagaland performs poorly in Urban Governance; ranks bottom across states
Nagaland has been ranked at the bottom of the Urban Governance Index (UGI) 2024 with a score of 19.57 out of 100, reflecting significant challenges in urban governance. Released jointly…
Urban Development Department bids farewell to Director and Joint Director
The Department of Urban Development held a retirement ceremony in honor of retiring Director, A Chenithung Lotha and retiring Joint Director (URIS), T Mangyang Longkumer at Conference Hall, Directorate of…
Nagaland Urban Council Federation (NUCF) formed; Key resolutions adopted in consultative meeting
Mokokchung, 24 March (MTNews): A consultative meeting between AKMWP (Association of Kohima Municipal Wards Panchayats), AWUMT (All Ward Union Mokokchung Town), and DUCCF (Dimapur Urban Council Chairmen Federation), along with…