Pathso Shingtap celebrated the grand Khautshauhsie Festival on 14th January 2025 at Panso Headquarter, with the Minister for Rural Development & SIRD, Metsubo Jamir, as the Special Guest.
Speaking on the occasion, Metsubo highlighted the significance of festivals as a time for reconciliation and unity, emphasizing that they go beyond simply celebrating the harvest. He also addressed the aspirations for the Frontier Nagaland Territory (FNT), expressing optimism that the dream would eventually be realized.
He urged the people to take leadership roles in bringing development to the region, stating that the remoteness of the area should not be an excuse for underdevelopment. He encouraged the judicious use of development funds and stressed the importance of preserving culture and language. Jamir also assured that a State Institute of Rural Development (SIRD) training facility would be established. Earlier, Jamir inaugurated the Block Development Office building at Panso Headquarter and unveiled the monolith.
Advisor for Tribal Affairs & Election, Tovihoto Ayemi, extended warm festival greetings to the community and praised the diversity of the Naga people, who have coexisted harmoniously through the ages. Highlighting the government’s commitment to equal development, he stated that efforts are being made to ensure justice for every district. Speaking about Noklak, one of Nagaland’s youngest districts, he said that it has many areas for growth and development. Ayemi urged the people to place their trust in the government and the district administration, whose collective efforts can bring better development.
The significance of the Khautshauhsie festival was briefed by M Lusha, Convener of the Planning Committee, who stated that the festival is celebrated in the first month of the year, marking the end of all agricultural activities. The name Khautshauhsie comes from the word ‘Khautshauh,’ meaning bamboo mug with a straw, and ‘sie,’ which refers to the brew of rice beer.