Progress Demands Participation
It has become common to compare Mokokchung with Kohima and Dimapur and ask why it is not growing at the same pace. At first glance, the comparison appears reasonable. On…
A Bridge Too Long Neglected
The recent notification issued by the Mokokchung district administration restricting the movement of heavy vehicles across the Dikhu River Bailey Bridge is both timely and necessary. When a bridge is…
The Cost of Misused Resources
Thomas Sowell once observed, “The first lesson of economics is scarcity: There is never enough of anything to satisfy all those who want it. The first lesson of politics is…
Transparency Beyond the Meeting Room
The recent District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting in Mokokchung offered valuable insights into the state of development in the district. The discussions revealed important realities: farmers lack…
Naga Integration: The Land Cannot Wait
Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio’s recent observation that the territorial integration of Naga-inhabited areas may not be immediately achievable reflects a political reality that many Nagas have long recognised. Whatever the…
Naga Village Republics and the Challenge of Modern Governance
The village system remains one of the most distinctive and defining features of Naga society. Long before the arrival of modern political institutions, Naga villages functioned as self-governing entities with…
Sport: An Untapped Economic Opportunity
The ongoing FIFA World Cup has once again highlighted Nagaland’s deep love for sport, particularly football. Whether watching matches with friends, following every result or passionately supporting favourite teams, sometimes…
Back to the Basics of English
English occupies a unique place in Nagaland. It is not only the state’s official language but also the language of education, administration, higher learning and wider communication. In a multilingual…
Development Demands More Than Money
For years, the conversation on Nagaland’s development has revolved around inadequate funding, delayed central assistance and the state’s fragile financial position. These are genuine challenges. Yet they do not tell…
The records that outlive the World Cup
Every FIFA World Cup produces a champion, but it also produces history. While fans naturally focus on their favourite teams and players, the tournament is equally remembered for the records…