Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Meghalaya Chief Minister Meets Nurses in Japan's Kobe
The Chief Minister of Meghalaya, India, visited nurses from his state who are now working in hospitals in Japan.
This is part of a program called 'Mission Moon' that helps nurses from Meghalaya find jobs in other countries that need more healthcare workers.
The government helps the nurses with training and other costs.
The Chief Minister praised the nurses for their work and success, and said it's helping to change their lives.
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma met with nurses from the state working in Japanese hospitals.
The visit aimed to support and recognize nurses placed through the 'Mission Moon' initiative.
Mission Moon, launched in March 2023, aims to send healthcare professionals abroad.
Twenty-seven nurses are currently employed in Japan under the initiative.
The government provides financial support to candidates for training costs.
- Who
- Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma and nurses from Meghalaya.
- What
- Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma met with Meghalaya nurses working in Japanese hospitals as part of the Mission Moon initiative.
- When
- Tuesday (interaction in Kobe). The initiative launched in March 2023.
- Where
- Kobe, Japan.
- Why
- To show support, recognize their success, and affirm the state's efforts in providing global career opportunities for its youth in the healthcare sector.
- Event
- Chief Minister's visit to meet nurses
- Location
- Kobe, Japan
- Initiative
- Mission Moon
- Nurses in Japan
- 27
- Financial Support
- Rs 50,000 per candidate