Biswajit instructs opening of DIO offices in districts

IMPHAL | Aug 5

Information and public relations minister, Th. Biswajit today instructed officials to send proposals of all the necessities of the department including strengthening of man-power, infrastructure and equipment so that the government may look into it.

Chairing the monthly review meeting of the department this evening at his new secretariat conference hall, Th. Biswajit expressed the need to strengthen man-power as well as procure more equipment so that the department may carry out its responsibilities properly.

He said the department’s authorities should also send proposals for purchase of required vehicles for the department.

Expressing the need to set up district information offices in all the districts of the State including the newly created ones, he said the department should initiate process to open DIO offices. He added that office buildings should be rented if it is necessary.

He said once the district offices are opened, required number of staffs should be provided for the new offices to function properly.

Further observing that spreading awareness on social issues including the misuse of social media it is the responsibility of the IPR, the minister said, adding the department should consult with the authorities concerned about the do’s and don’ts of social media and erect hoardings in all major towns to spread awareness among the public. 

In response to an observation from the Tamenglong DIO regarding encroachment of the Tamenglong office, Th. Biswajit strongly instructed the department officials to ensure that all land records of the offices and plots are in the name of the department and concerned district offices.

The minister also said the publication section of the department should ensure timely publication of annual calendar and diary. He said the department should also maintain quality in the publication of the calendar and diary.

He further observed that secretariat officials of the department and staffs at the directorate should work in proper coordination for the smooth functioning. He also instructed the authorities to apprise the contractor concerned working at the Keishampat complex of the department to expedite work and complete the ongoing portion of the construction before the set deadline.

Today’s meeting was also attended by IPR commissioner, K Radhakumar Singh, director Meghachandra Kongbam, deputy secretary Maibam Kamala, deputy secretary Ch.Sachi Devi, APO (P), DIOs of all districts among others.