Chief Minister of Manipur, Okram Ibobi Singh has appealed NGOs to join hands with government in taking up welfare activities for economically deprived and physically challenged children.
Attending the inaugural function of boys’ hostel at Government Children Home, Takyel here today as the Chief Minister also said that actions must be taken against those fraudulent NGOs that siphon off funds for social welfare activities and schemes.
Expressing his happiness over the quality of the hostel, and he said that the state could compete with other states if the entire public infrastructure were built in such a manner by maintaining the quality.
Education Minister, Moirangthem Okendro Singh, who attended the function as guest of honour assured to appoint teachers for the newly inaugurated hostel in consultation with local MLA.
He also said that the Central Government is introducing a new education policy for Anganwadi students from the year 2016.
Social Welfare Minister, AK Mirabai said that like this boys’ hostel the department will establish another home for girl children.
Children of the home also presented various literary and entertainment events during the function.