Neiphiu Rio: Ushering change

Kohima, July 3: The Centre will set up two special economic zones in Nagaland — a multi-product SEZ and another on agro food processing.

Chief minister Neiphiu Rio urged the department of industries and commerce to gear up for the success of these two ventures, saying that it would change the social and economic landscape of the state.

He said the time had come to think collectively to usher in development in the state and called for a change in mindsets and attitudes.

Speaking at the inaugural function of the new directorate office building of the industries and commerce department here yesterday afternoon, Rio said his government’s focus on infrastructure development had led to significant changes in the landscape of the state in just a few years.

“Everyone should make conscious efforts to maintain these infrastructural assets. The state possesses vast untapped natural resources and the government is thinking of capitalising on the assets to improve the living condition of the people,” he added.

Rio called upon the youths to avail the opportunity provided by the government and take up self-employment and entrepreneurship schemes. He said Industrial, Green and White revolutions were yet to make a mark in the state and urged them to come forward and make a difference.

He stressed on identifying and making best use of locally available raw materials and on quality control.

Minister for urban development and higher education Shürhozelie Liezietsu also stressed on the need for industrial revolution, exploring the natural resources of the state and co-ordination between departments.