The Naga People’s Front (NPF) on Monday announced that the Election Commission of India (ECI) has officially communicated its acceptance of the recent merger of Naga regional political parties with the NPF.
The announcement was made during an orientation program for legislators and party leaders held at the party’s Central Office in Kohima under the theme, “Insight on Government Departmental Activities and Constructive Role of Party Leaders.”
Delivering the keynote address, Achumbemo Kikon, MLA and Secretary General, said the merger marks a significant phase for the regional party and called on leaders to rise to public expectations.
The Naga People’s Front (NPF) on Monday announced that the Election Commission of India (ECI) has officially communicated its acceptance of the recent merger of Naga regional political parties with the NPF.
The announcement was made during an orientation program for legislators and party leaders held at the party’s Central Office in Kohima under the theme, “Insight on Government Departmental Activities and Constructive Role of Party Leaders.”
Delivering the keynote address, Achumbemo Kikon, MLA and Secretary General, said the merger marks a significant phase for the regional party and called on leaders to rise to public expectations.
“With the recent merger of Naga regional political parties, the NPF must strive to do its best. The party should act as a channel between the government and the grassroots people,” he said.
Reaffirming the party’s political position, Kikon stated that the NPF remains committed to the Naga political issue, with Naga integration as its “topmost priority.”
“The NPF stands beyond statehood,” he said, while also acknowledging Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s recent assurance that the Naga political issue would be taken to the ministerial level.
He said the enlarged party must function responsibly as a “larger family” and work collectively to deliver services effectively.
The orientation program also featured briefings from several Advisors and Ministers on departmental activities, with emphasis on development challenges and administrative reforms.
Advisor for Industry and Commerce, Hekani Jakhalu Kense, highlighted issues such as safety concerns, illegal taxation, and human resource gaps that discourage investment in Nagaland. She expressed optimism that the department’s “Made in Nagaland” initiative would promote local handicrafts, handloom and food processing sectors, and pointed to infrastructure projects including the upcoming Unity Mall at Chümoukedima under the “One District, One Product” model.
Advisor for NRE and NSDMA, Nyusietho Nyuthe, stressed the need for social unity and preparedness for natural disasters, noting that Nagaland falls within a seismic zone.
Advisor for Social Welfare, Wangpang Konyak, said the department is bearing full expenses for cataract surgeries for senior citizens and that more than 52,000 beneficiaries above 80 years of age are currently covered under the BPL pension scheme, while efforts are underway to address duplication of beneficiaries in some districts.
Advisor for Water Resources, Tongpang Ozukum, cited backlog issues affecting new projects but expressed hope that fresh initiatives would commence in the next financial year, including restoration of water bodies.
Advisor for School Education & SCERT, Dr Kekhrielhoulie Yhome, said the department is working to redesign and upgrade schools with focus on infrastructure and administrative reforms.
Minister for Roads and Bridges, Kaito Aye, spoke on road connectivity under centrally sponsored schemes and state PWD funds, while Minister for Forest, Environment and Climate Change, CL John, urged preservation of reserve forests and protection of wildlife.
The program concluded with a call for unity and proactive leadership within the party structure.