An attempted break-in was reported at the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) Polyclinic in Kohima during the intervening night of March 10 and 11, with burglary suspected as the motive. The clinic, located opposite Heritage Hotel on Raj Bhavan Road, Officers Hill, provides essential healthcare services to veterans of the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and Assam Rifles.
The incident came to light on the morning of March 11 when the clinic was opened as per schedule. Staff discovered that the rear window of the dental section had been forcefully broken. Footprints on a dental stool and chair indicated the presence of multiple intruders who had unlawfully entered the premises. Following the discovery, an FIR was lodged at the South Police Station, and authorities have launched an investigation into the matter.
The ECHS Polyclinic serves as a critical medical facility for retired defense personnel and their families in Kohima and nearby areas. Officials have assured that security measures will be reinforced, and efforts are underway to apprehend the perpetrators.
