The Phek District Chamber of Commerce & Industry (PDCCI) held its 4th Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2026 on May 15 at Chozuba Town, hosted by the Business Union Chozuba Town under the theme “Strengthening Local Economy Through Responsible Leadership.”
The meeting brought together executives and representatives of affiliated business bodies across Phek district to deliberate on institutional reforms, economic policies, and sustainable business development, according to organizers.
As part of the AGM, a District Business Policy Session was chaired by PDCCI Joint Secretary Truvi Rhi, where several policy agendas and resolutions were presented and adopted after discussion.
On local ownership, the house resolved a policy on “Genuine Local Ownership & Business Transparency,” stating that it would discourage proxy or benami business arrangements. The resolution said, “No Banani Business will be allowed in the Phek district.”
Under the “Protection of Local Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs)” policy, the AGM decided that large corporate retail chains such as Vishal, Jio Mart, and Smart Bazaar “will not be allowed in Phek District,” adding that the measure will be reviewed every five years.
The meeting also adopted a stand on taxation, reaffirming “One Government – One Taxation/Collection System” and opposing multiple or unofficial financial demands on businesses by various Naga Political Groups.
On governance, the house said only authorized government departments may inspect business establishments, stating that “No NGO/Civil bodies will check, inspect or give any directives for shop closures in Phek District.”
Other resolutions included promoting ethical business practices, fair municipal collections and responsible utilization of public revenue, standardizing affiliated bodies under the term “Business Association,” and strengthening a “Local Entrepreneur First Policy” aimed at encouraging indigenous entrepreneurship and self-reliant economic growth in the district.