Board also reviews school relocation, administrative directives and other district matters
A proposal to register the Sumi Anthropology Research Union, aimed at studying the migration patterns and historical roots of the Sumi community, featured prominently during the February meeting of the District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) held at the Deputy Commissioner’s Conference Hall in Zunheboto on February 24.
Members of the proposed society informed the house that the objective of the Union is to undertake structured research on the origins and migration history of the Sumi community. During deliberations, the Deputy Commissioner, Dharam Raj, sought clarification regarding the academic background of the members, particularly their expertise in anthropology.
The DPDB meeting was held under the chairpersonship of the Vice Chairman DPDB and Deputy Commissioner, Dharam Raj. The meeting began with a welcome address by the Deputy Commissioner, who also introduced and welcomed new members.
The Board reviewed the previous meeting’s agenda and approved the registration of the New Era Education Society, forwarding the matter to the Government for further consideration.
The Board also deliberated on the proposal to change the name and relocate Eden Garden School, Aluhuto. The present school site was noted to be located in a landslide-prone area, posing safety and security risks, which justified the proposed relocation.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner issued administrative directives to departments, emphasizing the need to obtain prior approval before initiating any work and to follow proper procedures. He cautioned departments against undertaking projects without the knowledge of the district administration and stressed that the authority of the district administration must not be diluted. He further directed that completion certificates be submitted through proper channels and that official matters should not be routed through unauthorized channels. The DPDB passed a resolution supporting these directives to strengthen administrative accountability.
Issues raised by the Sumi Youth Organization were also taken up. The President of the organization, Hikavi H Kinimi, read out a representation submitted during the 2nd Edition of the Hornbill Festival Extension 2025 seeking construction of a Sumi Naga Museum in Zunheboto. The Deputy Commissioner informed the house that the proposal would be forwarded to the Tribal Affairs Department for necessary action.
The organization also pointed out several irregularities in district offices. Responding to the concerns, the Deputy Commissioner urged that such matters be addressed through proper authorities for redressal and directed all Heads of Offices to strictly follow official protocols and maintain accountability in service delivery.
Government College Zunheboto and the Power Department, Zunheboto, gave presentations during the meeting.
The meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of the district administration’s commitment to transparency, procedural discipline and improved public service delivery in Zunheboto.
