Rally marks World Aids Day
Source: The Sangai Express
Ukhrul, December 01 2016:
Denizens of Ukhrul joined hands with the people living with HIV and AIDS (PLHAs) and observed World AIDS Day at DRDA Conference hall, Mini Secretariat, Hamleikhong, reports Mungchan Zimik.
The programme was jointly organised by the district administration, DAPCU, CARE, PASDO, LWS, NYK and DSSS and was sponsored by MACS.
The observance was marked by a mass awareness rally.
KS Thanmi, Chairman, Ukhrul ADC attended the programme as the chief guest while Dr Mingyaola Vashum, CMO, Ukhrul and Ramakhrisna, principal coordinator, KVK, Ukhrul were the guests of honour.
Dr Lucy of DACO, DAPCU, Ukhrul highlighted the present status of HIV/AIDS in Ukhrul district.
According to her report, HIV/AIDS cases in the district are increasing and is one of the districts which has the highest number of HIV/AIDS cases.
As a part of the observance, drawing competition was also conducted was participated by 39 individuals.
Dr Mingyaola also released the second phase of identity cards for PLHAs.