EKHON | UKHRUL: Many seem to question the performance of the sitting outer Manipur MP Dr. Lorho S. Pfoze. Yet he has confidently emerged as a strong candidate of the Naga Peoples’ Front (NPF) for the forthcoming 18th Lok Sabha election to complete his unfinished works and much more.
“Owing to the COVID-19 pandemic and ethnic conflict prevailing in Manipur, I could not complete important works for my constituency and the region in many areas in this one term tenure. Also, I was advised informally by my friends in the alliance partner BJP not to speak on the Manipur issue in the house during the debate on the no-confidence motion moved by the opposition. I am hopeful to be able to fulfil my vision as I gain the trust of the people and the leaders” said Dr. Lorho S. Pfoze.
Dr. Lorho the lone NPF MP from Outer Manipur, an ally of the ruling BJP in Lok Sabha has expressed the difficulties and challenges he face. Nevertheless, his relentless efforts have delivered significant achievement during his current tenure. Let’s take a look at his achievements and why he wished to continue and complete his vision, mission and the need for continuity in the leadership.
1) Digital Design Lab: The digital design lab is yet to be implemented but the needed process is said to be over for implementation which is expected to execute shortly. It aims to transform the way of designing the products & manufacturing. It will train the talents or interested people to be digital story tellers by weaving subject matter from their courses into narrative tapestries to illustrate deeper understanding about the subject. It will also enable them to solve problems, innovate, improve communication, and enhance the work environment to prepare them and face the challenges. A total workforce of 7 million designers will be required to meet the industry demand as per the conservative estimates. Hence, there is a need for a strong foundation to expose and train efficient workforce from the Northeastern Region (NER) in modern manufacturing techniques based on industry 4.0.
2) 5G Health Use Cases: This mobile based ECG screening has been established and implemented in District Hospitals of Senapati, Tamenglong & Churachandpur. AI Enabled Cough Sound Analysis for chest infection along with Mobile Cloud Based ECG solution has also been established at District Hospital Senapati and will be expanded to all District Hospitals of the region.
3) 3D Printing Centre of Excellence: Closely working with the Ministry of MSME & MEITY – approval accorded. Wherein a 3D Dental Printing set-up shall be established in District Hospital Senapati.
4) 5G Use Case Expansion Funded by NABARD: Pilot projects for Use Cases of 5G in Agriculture & Animal census (Mithun) will be introduced. Central Agriculture University in Imphal shall deploy ‘5G Use Cases in the Hill Districts of Manipur.
5) AR/VR Training Labs in NER by UNIDO: AMDRO & UNIDO (United Nations Industrial Development Organization) is working to establish AR/VR training facilities in Manipur (Imphal & Senapati) as well as in each of the 5G Training Labs across other states of NER.
6)Expansion of 5G Use Cases in NER:
- 5G Health Use Cases by Northeast Frontier Railways (NFR).
- 5G Health Use Cases by EFIC Hospitals of NER.
- Edge Computing Solutions for Central Agriculture University in Imphal and in its associated campuses.
- 5G Health Use Cases in refineries of Indian Oil & Numaligarh Refinery Limited in NER.
7) Training of Village Level Telecom Technicians with funding from the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India: Training of 4200 Telecom Technicians will be provided in different Village Panchayats across NER. The Panchayats of all Senapati, Ukhrul, Thoubal, Tamenglong, Jiribam & more shall be included.
8) Satellite Connectivity in Village Panchayats where laying of Optic Fibre or Coverage with Normal Phone Network is not in Dark /Shadow Zone: Pilot project in Hill Districts of Manipur & Arunachal Pradesh with NSIL (New Space India Limited) Department of Space and AMTRON.
9) CSR Funds for Occupational Safety Kits for Bamboo Workers: CSR funds to NECBDC (Northeast Cane & Bamboo Development Council) for occupational Health Safety Kits provided for bamboo workers.
10) Artist Village based on Tangkhul Naga Black Pottery at Longpi Village sanctioned.
Advanced Stage (All Projects under NEMPF)
1) 5G Use Case in NER.
2) Foot-Scan in all District Hospitals.
3) Digital Design Studio for Artisans in Senapati & Ukhrul.
4) Digital Tourism
Local Initiative with Entrepreneurs:
1) Music Studio.
2) Handloom & Textile Cluster Development.
Vision: To serve for God & country.
Mission:
To focus on higher quality education, empowerment of women & youth, development of eco-preneurship, development of sustainable eco-cultural tourism.
By: Dr. Phungchamnao Ranreiphi Kharei
