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A District Level Program on Sampooranata Abhiyan Samman Samaroh organized by District Administration, Noklak under Aspirational Block Program (ABP) was held on 30th July 2025 at the Tourist Lodge, Noklak. 

Deputy Commissioner, Noklak, P. Mono Khiamniungan, expressed his sincere appreciation to all the officers and frontline workers for enabling the block to have a successful campaign. Noting that behind every success story, there are people working tirelessly beyond the call of duty. The DC mentioned that, it is not due to it being an exceptional scheme that has lifted the Block to a higher level, rather the milestone achievement is largely due to the collective efforts put in by the people concerned, citing Thonoknyu block as an inspiration. 

Sub-Divisional Officer (C), Noklak, Vikhoto Richa highlighted the overview of the Sampoornata Abhiyan campaign, which was conducted between July and September 2024. As part of the campaign, the block reportedly achieved 100% saturation in five out of six key performance indicators. The SDO lauded the achievement to effective coordination among departments, dedicated field workers, and strong community involvement. Richa stated that this steady progress was the result of consistent efforts across key sectors such as health, education, agriculture, financial inclusion and basic infrastructure. He also briefed on the targeted activities which were undertaken to achieve saturation in core development indicators focusing on implementation and active role played by officials and frontline workers. 

Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Noklak, Dr. Victor shared a success story of campaign stating it as an achievement which was the result of a coordinated and intensive household-level intervention. He shared on house-to-house survey that was conducted covering all eligible and married couples. Pregnancy tests were administered to all eligible women, these tests  played a critical role in bringing the indicator coverage to 100%, he said. He further informed that the household survey and community outreach activities were conducted by health workers. Dr. Victor emphasized that the house-to-house survey not only ensured saturation but also helped collect vital data to guide future health interventions in the block. As part of the tuberculosis (TB) elimination efforts, Dr. Victor stated that the health department is identifying suspected cases and collecting sputum samples for diagnosis. He emphasized the importance of early detection and timely treatment to prevent the spread of the disease. He expressed gratitude the entire team of frontline workers for their dedicated efforts in carrying out the campaign.

As part of the achievement under the Aspirational Block Program (ABP), block level officials and frontline workers were felicitated for their dedication and hard work in lifting the block to a higher rank. Earlier, the program was chaired by EAC Hq Noklak, Apuloka H Sumi.

 

(K. K. Chim, IA Noklak)