The Central Nagaland Tribes Council (CNTC), in collaboration with the Central Nagaland Legislative Forum (CNLF), held its Joint Coordination Meeting at Dimapur Town Hall on Friday, bringing together ministers, advisers, legislators, tribal leaders and representatives of apex and frontal organisations of the Ao, Lotha and Sümi communities to deliberate on issues concerning the welfare and future of Central Nagaland and Nagaland as a whole.
Delivering the welcome address, CNTC President Hukiye K Yepthomi welcomed the dignitaries and delegates and underscored the importance of strengthening unity, cooperation and coordinated efforts among the people for the greater good of society.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Y Patton (Home & Border Affairs); Minister for Roads & Bridges G Kaito Aye; Minister for Rural Development Metsubo Jamir; Deputy Speaker S Toiho Yeptho; Adviser Tongpang Ozukum; Minister for Tourism and Higher & Technical Education Temjen Imna Along; Adviser for Industries & Commerce Hekani Jakhalu; Adviser for Agriculture Mhathung Yanthan; Adviser for Excise, Labour & Employment and Skill Development Moatoshi; Adviser for Food & Civil Supplies KT Sukhalu; Adviser for Veterinary & Animal Husbandry Kazheto Kinimi; Adviser for Information & Public Relations and Soil & Water Conservation Daochier L Imchen; and MLA Dr Sukhato A Sema, among others.
The meeting also witnessed the participation of representatives from Ao Senden, Lotha Hoho, Sümi Hoho, Sümi Kükami Hoho, Western Sümi Hoho, Ao Officers’ Telongjem, Lotha Gazetted Officers’ Association, Sümi Officers’ Union Nagaland, Central Nagaland Women Association, Watsu Mungdang, Lotha Eloe Hoho, Sümi Totimi Hoho, Central Nagaland Students’ Association, Ao Kaketshir Mungdang, Lotha Students’ Union, Sümi Kiphimi Küqhakulu, Ao Lanur Telongjem, Lotha Youth Hoho, Sümi Youth Organisation, Western Sümi Youth Front, Ao Union Club, Dimapur Lotha Hoho, Dimapur Sümi Students’ Union, Western Sümi Totimi Hoho, Dimapur Ao Youth Organisation, Sümi Games & Sports Association, Ao Students’ Union Dimapur, former CNTC officials, Dimapur Lotha Eloe Ekhung, Kohima Sümi Hoho and CLH.
The meeting heard addresses from Ao Senden President Marsanen, Lotha Hoho Chairman Er. Mhondamo Ovung, Sümi Hoho President Dr Vihuto Assumi and heads of various frontal organisations. In their addresses, they emphasised the need for stronger unity, mutual trust and closer cooperation among all sections of Naga society. They called upon civil society organisations to work collectively to address common challenges, strengthen the bonds of brotherhood, and contribute towards peace, harmony and inclusive development across Nagaland.
Addressing the gathering, G Kaito Aye, Y Patton, Metsubo Jamir, S Toiho Yeptho and Tongpang Ozukum stressed that Naga society has become increasingly fragmented and underscored the need for greater unity. They expressed confidence that the CNTC would serve as an effective platform for dialogue, coordination and collective action. The legislators further observed that the Ao, Lotha and Sümi communities, being among the leading communities of the State, have a shared responsibility to work together and contribute meaningfully towards the welfare, stability and overall progress of Nagaland.
The programme also featured special musical presentations, adding a reflective and inspirational touch to the proceedings.
The inaugural session was chaired by Longshi Kikon, Vice President, CNTC, while the second session was moderated by Vikato I Chishi, Information & Publicity Secretary, CNTC. Temjen I Jamir, Vice President, CNTC, delivered the vote of thanks, and the programme concluded with the benediction.
