NPF Kiphire workers during the consultative meeting.
KIPHIRE, MAY 29 (MExN): The Naga People’s Front (NPF) Kiphire Divisional Unit convened a consultative meeting at the Multi-purpose Hall in Pungro Town on May 28, where party leaders and workers discussed contemporary political issues, party unity and future developmental strategies.
According to a press release issued by the NPF Kiphire Divisional Unit Press Bureau and Information & Publicity Cell, the meeting was attended by divisional party officials, office bearers from 59 Sitimi-Seyochung and 60 Pungro-Kiphire Assembly Constituencies, and village unit representatives.
The programme was chaired by K Lendila Agnes, Working President of the Women Wing, Divisional Unit Kiphire, while the keynote address was delivered by Resangla Susana, President of the Women Wing, Divisional Unit Kiphire.
Short speeches were delivered by Yangtsali, President of Area Unit 59/AC; Khamong, President of Area Unit 60/AC; Tsaseto Sangtam, President of NPF Kiphire Divisional Unit; and Throngkila, Vice President of the Central Women Wing.
Speaking on the reported NDPP-NPF merger, Khamong said, “There should be no confusion in NDPP-NPF merger. This is not about one party absorbing another; it is about coming together to work with shared ideologies, energies and responsibilities.”
“We are moving forward together under one banner, creating a stronger unified voice to advocate for our people forward as one united family irrespective of caste, color and creed focused on progress, development and the prosperity of Nagaland,” he added.
NPF legislator and Advisor for Fire & Emergency Services, Home Guards & Civil Defence, Relief & Rehabilitation, S Kiusumew Yimchunger, also addressed the gathering and stressed the need to strengthen the party’s regional foundation and maintain close ties with grassroots workers.
He urged party workers to avoid political bias based on tribe, religion or clan and reaffirm commitment to the “foundational pillars” of the NPF.
According to the release, he said the party must continue serving as “the guardian of the Naga people’s identity, cultural values and regional interests,” while also calling for unity and collective efforts towards a “brighter and progressive future.”
Chairperson K Lendila Agnes said, “The valuable suggestions and constructive discussions held today play a crucial role in enhancing our administrative efficiency.”
“By working closely together, we are better equipped to meet the expectations across the division,” she added.
The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Y Khiutsithong, Working President, Divisional Unit Kiphire, followed by a mass prayer for peace, prosperity and unity across Naga-inhabited areas.
