Mizoram Guv lauds Zo Inspiration Foundation for aiding over 3,000 needy people
Aizawl, Nov 4 (IANS) Mizoram Governor General V.K. Singh (Retd) on Wednesday praised the Zo Inspiration Foundation (ZIF) for its contribution to social welfare, particularly its efforts to support underprivileged families and people suffering from serious illnesses.
Addressing the Foundation’s Capacity Building and Second Beneficiaries Meet in Aizawl, the Governor said its initiatives reflected the spirit of generosity, compassion and social responsibility deeply rooted in Mizo society.
He noted that the Foundation had organised more than 100 campaigns through its health and mobile clinic services, charity and medical assistance programmes since its establishment.
It has provided financial assistance exceeding Rs 3 crore to more than 3,000 people suffering from serious ailments.
Governor V.K. Singh appreciated the donors and well-wishers whose contributions had helped the organisation sustain its activities.
He also acknowledged the Young Mizo Association (YMA) for assisting in identifying deserving beneficiaries.
Describing the Foundation’s activities as an expression of Christian values, the Governor urged it to expand its need-based interventions and explore opportunities to coordinate its initiatives with government welfare schemes.
Emphasising the importance of capacity building, he expressed hope that the interaction with beneficiaries would help them make better use of available opportunities and improve their lives.
Zoramthanga, Chairman of the Foundation, delivered the welcome address, while its founder Emmanuel Thangrosanga presented an overview of its activities and achievements.
CYMA President R. Lalngheta and some beneficiaries also addressed the gathering.
The Governor presented the Zo Inspiration Foundation Award to the Samaritan Association for the Blind in Durtlang.
As many as 212 beneficiaries from outside Aizawl attended the meeting, along with a large number of participants from the city and donors who have supported the organisation.
The programme provided a platform to discuss ongoing projects and future initiatives.
Established on June 7, 2020, the non-profit organisation works for disadvantaged communities through healthcare, education, housing assistance and rehabilitation programmes.
Between 2020 and 2026, the Foundation constructed houses for 25 homeless families and extended assistance to 2,197 beneficiaries.
It is also supporting 53 school-going children under its educational assistance and child development programme.
During the current year, it organised five free medical clinics and raised Rs 34.73 lakh to support eight persons requiring urgent medical assistance.
It also constructed four houses for homeless families under its housing assistance and rehabilitation initiative.
The organisation has additionally undertaken professional training, staff development, community awareness and public engagement programmes to strengthen its outreach.
–IANS
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