‘World Sight Day’ across districts

‘World Sight Day’ was observed at Little Angel School, Wokha under the theme “Eye care for all” where Rovilatuo Mor, deputy commissioner NCS and chairman DHS Wokha was the chief guest.

Speaking on the theme, Dr. Enrithung, district nodal officer NPCB Wokha said the main cause of blindness was due to lack of knowledge and negligence in times of injuries.

Addressing the gathering, the chief guest said awareness on eyes should be imparted to all and that at present day context, parents, students and teachers should be aware and limit their usage to the requirements for knowledge, education, and entertainment through countless electronic gadgets like TV, computers and others.

He also urged participants to contribute their efforts in creating awareness on the importance of eyesight and preventive ways to control blindness.

The programme was attended by delegates from UNICEF, Delhi, Dr. Sharma and Anupam.
Earlier Dr. N.M Kithan chief medical officer chaired the programme and vote of thanks was delivered by Dr. Kevingulie Khro medical superintendent, District Hospital Wokha.

LONGLENG: Longleng district NPCB observed World Sight Day under the theme, ‘Eye care for all’ on October13 at IDSP hall Longleng where deputy commissioner and chairman District Health Society (DHS) Longleng, K. Libanthung Lotha was the chief guest. Speaking at the occasion, the chief guest urged all to take care of their eyes.

The programme was chaired by Dr. Kongyan deputy CMO Longleng and invocation delivered by H. Beau pastor Longleng Town Baptist Church followed by welcome address by Dr. Imtiwapang DIO and key note address by Dr. M. A. Wati CMO Longleng.

KOHIMA: World Sight Day was observed at St. John’s School, Kohima on October 13 under the leadership of Dr. E. Phyantsuthung, district nodal officer NPCB and senior eye specialist from Naga Hospital authority Kohima.

Altogether 150 students were tested and around 30 students were found having some eye problems who were then referred to Naga Hospital Authority Kohima for further treatment.

Meanwhile, the administrator of the school has expressed gratitude to the authority for enabling the school and the students to observe the day and also promoting the importance of eye sight.