Dimapur: Kohima deputy commissioner B Henok Buchem launched the Ward-19 App at Central Plaza in Kohima on Thursday. The app aims to improve communication between residents and ward authorities, facilitate the reporting of local issues and enhance access to information.The app is an initiative of Ward-19 councillor Medoviu Martin Suohu under the Kohima Municipal Council (KMC). It features a grievance portal, development gallery, council directory, emergency contacts and notifications to improve communication and transparency.Addressing the gathering as the chief guest, Buchem congratulated the councillor and residents on the initiative. He urged the authorities concerned to ensure that the app remained user-friendly, secure and responsive.Highlighting Kohima’s identity as the ‘first district’ of Nagaland, Buchem said the distinction came with the responsibility of setting an example in public service delivery, innovation, cleanliness and citizen engagement.He said good governance in the state capital depended on co-operation among the district administration, KMC, ward authorities, community organisations and residents.Buchem expressed hope that Ward-19 would lead by example in promoting cleanliness, responsible waste management and citizen participation.Speaking on the initiative, councillor Suohu urged colony members to help elderly residents and others unfamiliar with technology in accessing the app.He said the platform would help overcome the communication limitations of WhatsApp groups and provide business contacts, including hardware stores, restaurants and other establishments, helping connect buyers and sellers.
