Chetheba, December 14: The 42nd annual games & sports meet of Chetheba Town Youth Organisation (CTYO) got underway today at Chetheba under Phek district.
Gracing the opening ceremony, Rukuzo Khamo, secretary of Central Executive Board of Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP), called upon the sports persons to give their utmost effort to become a renowned sportsperson at the global level.
Khamo also called upon the youth to come forward and avail the Chief Minister’s Micro Finance initiative, which was launched recently to increase farmer’s income, encourage self-employment and entrepreneurship development, inculcate a sense of credit disciple, boost private enterprise and improve the agri-marketing network and infrastructure in the state.
The State Level Banker’s committee is considering the opening of the much needed SBI Branch at Chetheba, he said adding that the process is likely to be completed in January 2023.
He also urged the people to avail Chief Minister Health Insurance scheme, which is a free and cashless treatment for various ailments to all citizens of the state.
Also touching on Local Area Development Fund (LADF), Khamo stressed on the need to wisely utilize the same.
No room be allowed to divert the fund, he said adding that it should be used for the specific earmarked projects.
Chokri Area Games & Sports Association (CAGSA) president Zavepra Puro also shared greetings.
Earlier, CTYO president Thepukhoyi Swuro delivered presidential address while the inaugural function was led by Kehuye Keyho.
CTYO assistant games & sports secretary Merito Nyekha administered oath to the participating teams.
Meanwhile, Motahii Rokha, head GB Chetheba Town will grace the closing ceremony as the guest of honour on December 17.
(Page News Service)
