IMPHAL, July 6: With the attainment of 25 years of Nehru Yuva Kendra in Thoubal District, L Tilotama, Vice Chairperson of Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Govt of India launched the yearlong Silver Jubilee Celebrations of the NYK in a function held at the NYKS Zonal Office, Imphal on the July 5, 2013 while Y Laksman Singh, District Youth Coordinator highlighted the major achievements of the Kendra and co-ordination programs organized by NYK, according a statement of Nehru Yuva Kendra, Thoubal.
The press statement further said that a copy of the report of activities were also presented to vice chairperson, while Jackie Ruivah, Zonal Director appreciated the efforts made by the Kendra for establishing better linkage and co-ordination with the district administration for successful implementation of youth programs in Thoubal District. On the auspicious occasion, L Tilotama VC felicitated Y Laksman Singh District Youth Coordinator of NYK Thoubal. Y Laksman Singh received the prestigious National Award for Best Awareness Campaign from the President of India Pranab Mukherjee. The Award was given to NYK Thoubal for the courage, commitment & commendable service in the field of Prevention of Alcoholism and Substance (Drug) Abuse in Thoubal District, Manipur. L Tilotama advised the Zonal Director and the District Youth Coordinators for preparing suitable project proposals for better implementation of Youth Programs in North East India, it said.