“We hope that Naga people would come to the understanding and thrash out differences and move forward with the world”
The Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) is all set to hold its 24th general conference at Pfutsero in Phek district. The conference will be hosted by Chakhesang Students’ Union from April 27 to 29. The Federation has chosen “Reaching Out” as its conference theme which aims to reach out not only to the Nagas but also the outside world.
Briefing media persons, Achumbemo Kikon, convenor organizing committee said the theme “Reaching Out” has been chosen keeping in mind the prevailing situation and to foster better relationship with neighbouring community, India and international community as well. Kikon said reaching out to neighbours is imperative at this crucial juncture in view of the impending Naga issue and during the course of struggle by Nagas they might have inadvertently hurt neighbours like Assam, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh.
As the NSF reaches out to the people Kikon expressed optimism that Nagas would also come together.
“We hope that Naga people would come to the understanding and thrash out differences and move forward with the world,” he added.
He said Nagas cannot be left behind in this fast advancing world and need solution to the issues.
Special invitees to the conference included All Assam Students’ Union, All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union, All Manipur Students Union, Garo Students Union, Khasi Students Union, Twipra Students’ Federation, Karbi Students Federation, Dimasa Students Union, Mizo Zirlai Pawl, All Assam Bodo Students’ Union and All Tai Ahom Students’ Union.
Former chief minister of Mizoram, Zoramthanga will grace the conference as the chief guest while other special guests include Rajya Sabha MP Biswajit Daimary, minister for road & bridges G. Kaito Aye, minister for health & family welfare Kuzholuzo (Azo) Nienu, Chief Secretary Lalthara and Dr. Samujjal Bhattacharjee, chairman North East Students’ Organization.
D.K.Zeliang (Rtd) IFS, former PCCF Nagaland will be the resource person at the interactive session while Akum Longchari, Managing Director, The Morung Express will be the moderator.
FNR convenor Rev. Dr. Wati Aier will also deliver short speech at the inaugural function on April 28.
Keviletuo Kiewhuo, president Naga Hoho will exhort the gathering during cultural regale. The cultural regale will also witness presentation from ENSF, ENSA, Wancho, Nocte, Tangsa.
The three daylong conference will be marked by interactive session, debate, federal assembly classical piece & quartet ensemble, cultural regale, election.
Meanwhile, the NSF invites 110 delegates each from all the federating units and 50 delegates from all the subordinate bodies.
Pfutsero town situated at 2133.60 metres above sea level is the highest town in Nagaland.
Pfutsero is well known for producing varieties of organic vegetables and fruits. A World War II Japanese cave is situated about 3 kms from the town. The town is one of the centre point connecting Manipur state (16 kms), Kohima (70 kms) and district headquarter Phek (75 kms).
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