HT Correspondent
DIMAPUR, March 24: Twelve villages in Kohima district have been declared as TB-free, standing out among 58 villages in the district.
These villages were given the recognition for their outstanding efforts in combating the disease on World Tuberculosis Day 2025 on Monday, marking a significant milestone in Kohima.
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With the vision of becoming the first 100% TB-free district, this achievement set a strong example for others to follow.
Addressing the event in his office conference hall in Kohima, deputy commissioner B Henok Buchem congratulated the villages and emphasised the importance of sustained commitment to eliminating TB.
He stressed that the responsibility of eliminating TB does not rest solely on the government or medical professionals but it is a collective effort in which every individual and every village has a role to play.
Buchem further urged every village to take inspiration from the 12 recognised villages and commit to making their communities TB-free. He hoped that by next year, more villages would join this fight and take the necessary steps to eliminate TB.
With the theme “Yes! We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver,” the event served as both a celebration of progress and a renewed call to action.
District tuberculosis officer Dr Chibenthung Kithan stressed the urgency of acting now reminding everyone that TB remains the deadliest infectious disease but is entirely curable with timely intervention. He urged the community to join hands and work together to eliminate the disease.
The day was observed also held at Dimapur chief medical officer’s conference hall.
Speaking at the programme as the special guest, Dimapur DC Dr Tinojungshi Chang reaffirmed the government’s commitment to eradicating TB. He emphasised that the government stands ready to support efforts in combating the disease and highlighted the role of 19 villages in districts as key touch points in extending TB awareness and prevention measures to other communities.
Other districts of the state also observed the World TB Day.
