CS reviews schemes at Kangpokpi
Source: The Sangai Express / DIO

Kpi, September 16 2026: Chief Secretary Rajeev Singh Thakur visited Kangpokpi district and conducted a comprehensive review meeting at the conference hall of the Deputy Commissioner's office complex today.

His visit was aimed at evaluating implementation of ongoing Government schemes, development programmes, and welfare measures across the district.

During an interactive session with District Level Officers (DLOs), Deputy Commissioner Kangpokpi Hemant Kumar briefed the Chief Secretary on key initiatives undertaken for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) .

The brief detailed the condition of the IDPs currently residing in the district, their place of origin, current resettlement statistics, and the ongoing implementation of sustainable livelihood programmes.

Enquiring into specific welfare measures, Rajeev Singh Thakur assessed the regular disbursement of benefits under Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), special PMAY-G housing schemes, and farmer compensation packages intended for displaced agricultural workers who are unable to cultivate their lands.

He commended the district administration for introducing black rice cultivation initiative to IDPs, noting its successful commercial distribution outside the State.

He directed officers to expand the programme to cover non-IDP local farmers as well.

Additionally, the Chief Secretary instructed the Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) to explore possibilities with private schools to offer fee concessions for displaced students.

The review meeting also addressed vital administrative and operational challenges, including supply chain constraints affecting essential commodity distribution along key routes such as Kangchup, T Waichong, and Leimakhong.

Assuring prompt resolution, the Chief Secretary assured State-level interventions to resolve the supply issues, as well as operational bottlenecks presented by departmental heads in healthcare, education, and other key sectors.

Following the meeting, Rajeev Singh Thakur visited the Mandap relief shelter at Ngahmun under Kangpokpi subdivision.

He interacted with the camp's displaced residents, and distributed stationery kits and sports materials to the children and youth.

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