BJP Nagaland State President, Benjamin Yepthomi cut the Christmas cake during the Advent Christmas Celebration organised by BJP Nagaland at the Town Hall, Mokokchung, on December 17.
Morung Express News
Mokokchung | December 17
Stressing that Christian values form the moral foundation of society, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Nagaland State President Benjamin Yepthomi on Wednesday said that peace, unity and love are essential for true development and social harmony.
Speaking at the BJP Nagaland Advent Christmas Celebration held at the Town Hall, Mokokchung, he maintained said that Christmas is a season that reminds believers of God’s message of love, sacrifice and renewal through Jesus Christ.
Despite political differences, Christians are united by their faith in one God and the teachings of Jesus Christ, he held.
Describing the programme as a historic initiative, Yepthomi said that it was the first time in the history of any political party, and particularly the BJP had organised an Advent Christmas celebration in Mokokchung.
Similar celebrations are being planned across other districts and assembly constituencies in Nagaland to commemorate the Word of God and the Christian faith.
Highlighting the role of Christianity in Nagaland, he said the Christian faith has deeply shaped the state’s social fabric by promoting values such as integrity, peace and collective responsibility.
These values are not merely religious ideals but essential pillars for building a strong and prosperous society, BJP Nagaland President underlined, adding that meaningful development is possible only when society works together in cooperation and mutual respect.
The programme was organised on the theme “Light the World” and hosted by Imlisen Pongen, while the invocation was pronounced by Rev Puryapang, Pastor of Yimyu Baptist Church.
Earlier, BJP Mokokchung District President O Tinu Lkr, in his welcome address, described Advent as a season of reflection and anticipation.
The celebration symbolised hope, joy and love, and called for unity, fellowship and renewed commitment to service, he added.
The Christmas message was delivered by Rev Dr Bendang Lkr, Pastor of Artang Baptist Church, who spoke on the significance of God’s gift to humanity through Jesus Christ.
Citing Biblical scriptures, he emphasised that salvation is a free and enduring gift and encouraged believers to embrace faith beyond traditions.
The programme featured a special song by Ongmeshang Choir Mokokchung, scripture reading by Imchanaro Kichu, General Secretary of Mahila Morcha Mokokchung District, and Christmas cake cutting.
Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton and Minister Imna Along, who could not attend the programme in person, conveyed their Christmas messages, which were read out by BJP General Secretary Sunep C Jamir and V Kashiho Sangtam respectively.
