HT Correspondent
HAFLONG, April 29: Keeping in view all the norms of the Covid-19 protocol the North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council (NCHAC) observed its 70th foundation day in a low key affair at the council premises on Thursday.
The invitation was restricted to the council members that included CEM, EMs and other members, officers and staff, due to the prevailing Covid-19 situation.
CEM Debolal Gorlosa attended the function as the chief guest along with his colleagues and chairperson Ranu Langthasa.
Gorlosa offered his gratitude and wishes to the people of the district. He also urged the officers and staff to work earnestly for the betterment of the council and thus the people of the district.
The CEM stated that in spite of being one of the oldest councils in the nation since 1952, many of the aspirations and dreams of the people still remain unfulfilled whereas many who were granted council later have more autonomous power while some have even achieved statehood by sheer dedication and uncompromising spirit of their leaders.
Hopeful about the achievements and devotion of the people in the current council leaders towards their duties, the CEM dreams to witness development in various sectors and stand as a role model for other states in the country.
In his speech, Gorlosa also insisted on the importance of keeping the culture and traditions of the hill district intact while working towards its betterment.
He also spoke about how important it is to preserve the council court to keep the ethnic traditions alive in the council.
In her address, Ranu Langthasa urged the employees in the council to work honestly so that the council can fulfill the aspirations of the local people by its virtue and spirit. Appreciating all the people in the district for understanding and abiding by the Covid protocols, she said that she is optimistic that very soon the existing crisis caused by the pandemic shall also be over if fought together.
The function began with the welcome speech by principal secretary (normal), Mukut Kemprai and ended with a vote of thanks from finance secretary (N) Saindes Ardao.