Calls for dialogue and cooperation, says peace is essential for development
Nagaland MLA and Advisor for Fire & Emergency Services, Home Guard & Civil Defence, Relief & Rehabilitation, S. Kiusumew Yimchunger has emphasised the need to preserve unity and brotherhood between the Yimkhiung and Tikhir communities, calling for differences to be resolved through dialogue and mutual understanding.
Addressing community leaders during a visit to Kiusam Town in Pungro Sub-Division, Kiphire district, on November 3, the Advisor described the two communities as one family bound by shared blood, culture, traditions and history.
He said maintaining cordial relations between the two communities was a responsibility towards future generations, adding that peace and unity were essential for development.
Urging village leaders to resolve differences through dialogue, understanding and mutual respect, he also called upon the youth to take an active role in promoting unity and working towards the development of the area.
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The Advisor further assured that the State Government was committed to improving infrastructure and essential services in the far-flung areas of Eastern Nagaland, including roads, water supply, healthcare, education and emergency services.
He also appealed to Village Councils to cooperate with the district administration and police in maintaining peace and unity.
The Advisor visited Pokphur, Kiusam, Longtsong and Zaonger villages during the tour. He was accompanied by Additional Secretary, Home Department, Nungsang, the Additional Deputy Commissioner and the Sub-Divisional Police Officer of Pungro, along with other district officials.
The visit included interactions with Village Councils, Village Development Boards, Gaon Buras, women’s organisations, youth leaders and Tikhir community representatives.
