The 7th foundation day of Kohima old age home was observed on August 18 at its premises.
Speaking on the occasion as chief guest, president Angami Miapfü Mechü Krotho, Salhoutuono Kruse expressed profound happiness on having a place like old age home where needy old people of the state have a place to rest and feel secure.
Kruse said that old age was the “afternoon part of life” where they have become wiser and closer to God.
“If physical strength and beauty belong to youth, then spiritual strength and beauty belong to the old” said Kruse.
She also said that Angami Miapfü Mechü Krotho stood behind the good works and dedication of Neithonuo Liegise and her team under the aegis of Good Samaritian Women Society and urged everyone to be torch bearers in doing good works and to continue to spark God’s compassion in life.
Also speaking on the occasion, director of social welfare, Khevito Sema said the department acknowledged the works of the home and added that unlike the past, the department as the nodal department, has adopted a new policy to emphasis on project which was doing well by genuine NGOs in respective fields.
He also assured the home that the department would help in all possible means and work together soon.
Meanwhile, P.S. Angami on behalf of Nagaland Seniors Citizen Forum encouraged and greeted the elders.
Toshinaro Naga Idol ‘2008’ and Youth of Mission CRC Kohima enlightened the elders by presenting special numbers.
Later, a district welfare officer Kohima, distributed old age pension to the beneficiaries which was followed by free medical checkup by 16th Assam Rifles.
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