Clean Doyang Mission successfully completed

June 13, 2024 12 Views No Comment

Morung Express News
Wokha | June 13

The Clean Doyang Mission concluded today with remarkable success, as participants from various departments and organizations came together to tackle the persistent issue of plastic pollution around the Doyang River reservoir.

The fifth and final day of the event witnessed a surge in participation from numerous fishermen volunteers, individuals and support from organizations such as Natural Nagas, Bharat Scout & Guides, Lotha Students Union, Rengma Students Union, Pangti Student’s Union, leading to successful completion of the mission.

DDMO and PRO of the Clean Doyang Mission, L. Jonjibemo Odyou revealed that a particular area where debris had accumulated remained unaddressed due to the convergence of water flow from above and waves from the opposite side, presenting a significant challenge. He emphasized the strength of the current in that area, posing a risk to the safety of volunteers. Additionally, Odyou noted that the debris was not stationary due to the waves, and the available resources, such as boats could not tackle the challenge. However, he stated that with the onset of monsoon, the debris would be carried away by the water’s flow.

Later, Deputy Commissioner of Wokha, Ajit Kumar Ranjan addressed the press at his office, commending the successful completion of the mission. He highlighted the primary objective of the mission, which was to tackle the issue of plastic waste accumulation at the mouth of the Doyang River.

He also explained that an area task force, led by EAC Sungro, was formed to assess manpower, machinery, and logistical needs.
He also conveyed his gratitude to Chairman DPDB Wokha and Advisor for Agriculture, Mhathung Yanthan, for personally visiting the area and encouraging the team for the successful completion of the clean Doyang mission.

He also extended his appreciation to all the teams and volunteers involved in the mission, notably Pangti and Dhillong villages, as well as the neighbouring villages of Doyang. He also acknowledged the participations of Englan Range Student’s Union (ERSU), and Lotha Student’s Union, along with NGOs from outside the district such as Team Better Dimapur and Eco Warriors Nagaland. Additionally, he thanked the personnel from 7th NAP, DEF, and SDRF for their crucial roles in the mission’s success.

He also highlighted that the waste segregation was conducted on-site for further processing at respective centres. He mentioned ongoing discussions with the State Government to address such issues and prevent future occurrences.

Furthermore, he appealed to the general public of Doyang and neighbouring villages to collaborate on waste management resolutions to maintain a plastic-free catchment area and enhance the cleanliness and beauty of Doyang.