Mother Teresa Memorial Award launched
Source: Chronicle News Service
Kangpokpi, March 20 2024:
An award christened, 'Kangpokpi's Mother Teresa Memorial Award' was initiated to honour late Nengphakim alias Nengcha Chongloi, the 'Mother Teresa of Kangpokpi' on her first death anniversary on Wednesday at Kangpokpi town.
Born on November 7, 1935, Nengphakim, resembling Mother Teresa s life, decided to remain unmarried and served humanity till she breathed her last on March 20, 2023.She had no husband but many sons, daughters, and grandchildren through her charity of love, and never regretted her decision to remain single to serve humanity.
Kangpokpi Christian Church honoured and named her 'Mother Teresa of Kangpokpi' a few years back for her unrelenting charitable services for the poor and destitute children and sacrifices towards humanity.
In a simple function commemorating her first death anniversary, the family members announced the launch of Kangpokpi's Mother Teresa Memorial Award in her honour and remembrance.
One of her granddaughters, Mary stated that instituting the award holds profound significance as it commemorates the enduring legacy of compassion and service embodied by individuals like Mother Teresa.
"By launching this award, we honour those who exemplify the values of kindness, service, and altruism within our community while adding that it will also provide a platform to recognise and celebrate individuals who dedicate their lives to helping others, inspiring others to follow in their footsteps," she said.
Mary continued that this award not only commemorates the remarkable contributions of Kangpokpi's own 'Mother Teresa' but also encourages a culture of empathy and generosity that uplifts our society as a whole.