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Vol. 45. No. 08 December 2016

Nagaland Chief Minister T.R. Zeliang flagging off the Friendship Motor Rally at Khuochiezie (Local Ground), Kohima, 22nd November 2016. The Warrior -2- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -3- The Warrior

Governor, P.B. Acharya, Minister IT&C Transport & Civil Aviation & Border Affairs, Paiwang Konyak and Advisor to the President, Estonia, Dr. Liia at the e-Naga summit 2016 at IG Stadium, Kohima on 28th November 2016.

Chief Minister T.R. Zeliang and other dignitaries at the inaugural of Chozuba Town Council on 2nd November 2016. The Warrior -2- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -3- The Warrior The Warrior Vol. 45. No. 08 December 2016

Editor : Dzüvinuo Theünuo

Contents Pages REgular Features:- 1. Official Orders and Notifications 04 2. State Round Up 06 3. Photo Gallery 29 4. Districts Round Up 33 5. Development Activities 53

© Department of Information & Public Relations, Nagaland Views & Opinions expressed in the contributed articles are not those of the Editor nor do these necessarily reflect the policy or views of the Government of Nagaland.

Published by:- The Directorate of Information & Public Relations, IPR Citadel, New Capital Complex Kohima : Nagaland email: [email protected] The Warrior -4- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -5- The Warrior Official Orders and Notifications

P&AR DEPARTMENT CLARIFIES ON ST/II/BT CERTIFICATES The department of P&AR in a clarification, informed that S.T/I.I/B.T certificates are to be signed only by officers in the rank of Additional Deputy Commissioner and above. This is in compliance of the Home Department’s Memorandum NO.HOME/SCTA-6/2006 dt. 21.03.2011 and P&AR Department O.M dt 15.10.2008. Therefore, it is informed to all the candidates who had applied to the CESE-2016 advertised vide No.NPSC-1/2016 dated 20.06.2016 to submit the proper S.T/I.I/B.T certificates signed by the competent authority on or before 28th of November, 2016. The application of the candidates failing to do so shall be summarily rejected.

GON NOTIFIES ON CREATION OF DEDICATED SDRF The Government of Nagaland has notified the creation of a dedicated State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) with 240 personnels drawn from the Civil Defence & Home Guards for providing timely and effective response to any Disaster which may affect the state. The 240 personnel’s would be posted in groups of 30(thirty) each at eight strategic locations across the state. The dedicated Nagaland State Disaster Response Force shall carry out community awareness and training programmes on Disaster Management during peace/normal times. The SDRF shall be placed under the control of the Commandant General of Civil Defence &Home Guards at the State level and District Commandant of Home Guards & Civil Defence at the District level. The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) shall in co-ordination with Commandant General of Home Guards & Civil Defence requisition and utilise the services of SDRF at the State level. At the district level, the Chairman of District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) shall requisition the services of SDRF as and when required with due intimation to the NSDMA. In an event of emergency the SDRF shall act as a first call of response in the search & rescue operations. The Civil Defence & Home Guards shall co-ordinate with NSDMA in developing annual community awareness program and familiarization exercise (FAMEX) for SDRF and submit the same for approval of State Executive Committee (SEC). At the district level the District Commandant, Civil Defence & Home Guards shall co-ordinate with the Chairman of DDMA to carry out community awareness program and familiarization exercise (FAMEX) approved by State Executive Committee (SEC) during normal times and Search & Rescue operation in the event of Emergency. The Warrior -4- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -5- The Warrior

GOVERNMENT RE-CONSTITUTES COMPLAINT COMMITTEE FOR THE STATE LEVEL COMMITTEE In supersession of this Department’s notification of even number dated 27th February, 2014, the Government of Nagaland has re-constituted the Complaint Committee for the State Level Committee consisting of the following for the redress of complaints relating to sexual harassment of women employees of the State Government at their work place. 1. N. Hushili Sema, Secretary, Industries & Commerce-: Chairperson. 2. Dellirose M. Sakhrie, Secretary. Social Welfare-: Member. 3. Ngamjok Konyak, Additional Secretary, Justice & Law-: Member. 4. Temsunaro, Additional Secretary, Vety & AH-: Member. 5. Sotsula, Joint Secretary, I&PR-: Member. 6. Abeiu Meru, President, Naga Mother’s Association-: Member. 7. Renboni Mozhui, Joint Secretary, P&AR-: Member Secretary Terms and conditions of the Complaint Committee 1. The Committee shall receive compliant from any woman who is a victim of sexual harassment at her work place and cause an enquiry into the compliant and suggest measures to redress the compliant. 2. The Committee will take measures to create awareness of the rights of female employees in this regard by prominently notifying the guidelines in a suitable manner and other suitable awareness campaigns. 3. Complaint Committee will be deemed to be an inquiry authority for the purposes of Central/State Civil Services (Conduct) Rules and the report of the Complaint Committee shall be deemed to be an inquiry report under the Rules. Thereafter the disciplinary authority will act on the report in accordance with the rules. 4. The Complaint Committee shall submit an annual report to the Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms with details of the complaints, if any made to it and the action thereof. The Warrior -6- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -7- The Warrior State Round Up

COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION IS our state the true capital of Amur Falcon. THE NEED OF THE HOUR: T.R. Minister for Forest, Dr. Nicky Kire ZELIANG who was the guest of honour in his speech complemented the word of Dr. R.S.C. Jayraj Community participation is the most Director Rain Forest Research Institute GoI affective form of wildlife protection and who stated that the word Human-Animal conservation, stated Chief Minister of conflict should be replaced by Human Nagaland, T.R. Zeliang while speaking as the Animal co-existence henceforth. chief guest during the program on Human- Earlier, a keynote address was given by Animal Conflict Mitigation Awareness Chairman and PCCF & HOFF, I. Panger Jamir Campaign and release of satellite tagged who is also the chairman of the programme. birds at Beisampeukam village on 4th Speeches were also delivered by S.P. Tripathi November 2016. He emphasized that, we Chief Wildlife Warden, B.S. Kharmawphlang have intruded often into the abode of the APCCF, Regional Office, MOEF&CC, GoI animals. Not realizing the inter dependency Shilong, Imtimenla Secretary Department of of man and animal, we tend to think we are Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Dr. doing what we have to do and thereby forest Jayraj Director Rain Forest Research Institute, and animals have diminished greatly. We are ICFRE GoI Jorhat, M/S Fingerprint and now in a stage of diminishing return. Castle Group, Zeliangron Baudi Nagaland, He urged the gathering and Dr. Suresh Kumar Scientist WII Dehradun, special emphasized to the villagers of representatives of Hungarian Scientist and Beisampeukam to protect and preserve the Heuneilung, Field Director, Intangki National Intangki National Forest, which is adjacent to Park. their village, as has been agreed upon as per the MOU with the government. PHYSICAL FITNESS A PART OF The National Forest has the POLICEMEN’S DUTY: CM potential to be the hotspot of tourist in India and further added that, we should Nagaland Chief Minister TR Zeliang rededicate ourselves for the protection of said it is part of the duty of a policeman wildlife. He also said that, the year 2017 will to maintain physical fitness and that be declared as ‘The Year of Plantation’ in participation in officially organised games order to revive our ecosystem. He lauded the and sports is part of the overall duty of a efforts of the Hungarian Scientist. It should person in uniform. serve as an example to us all, he added, and Inaugurating the 65th BN Mullick call upon the people of Nagaland to make All India Police Football Championship at The Warrior -6- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -7- The Warrior and the Railway Protection Force) to exhibit their dribbling talents and proved right what one of the comperes said, “Police personnel throughout the country are known to have weathered all sorts of situations.” The Chief Minister released a Souvenir magazine on the occasion. He was accompanied by Home Minister Y. Patton and Jacob Zhimomi, Parliamentary Secretary for Irrigation & Flood Control. This is the third time that Nagaland is hosting the BN Mullick Memorial Championship, the earlier ones being in 1999 and 2008. Nagaland team lifted the trophy when CM graces 65th Bn Mullick All India Police it was played in Lucknow (UP) in 1997, and Football Championship at Chumukedima. reached Third position in 1989 (Jaipur), 1996 (Shillong), 2002 (Dergaon) and 2004 Chumukedima on 7th November 2016 (Kerala). where 39 teams from all over the country are participating, the Chief Minister said NAGALAND GOVERNOR GRACES for police personnel, games and sports are LOTHA TOKHU EMONG AT WOKHA not merely extra-curricular activities but are integral part of fitness and discipline. Tokhu Emong the festival of the Lothas He opined that Football is now was celebrated at Wokha with P.B.Acharya undoubtedly the most popular and the Governor of Nagaland as the chief guest. biggest sport in the world being played Addressing the Lothas during the practically in every village and town all over festival the Governor, said today as we the world. He went on to encourage the celebrate we should thank the farmers for football players and those associated with the wonderful agricultural produces and the sports to have a feeling of pride and thank our almighty for all his blessings. satisfaction in being members of the world- Stating why we observe festival the chief wide football fraternity. guest said, our ancestors with their hard He also urged the players to contribute work and with scientific minds has given us their very best towards further advancement many things in our life and unknowingly or of this most popular sport; and to try to knowingly we are just observing things and play fair and exciting games throughout this added if we understand the real significance tournament. of festival our strength to march ahead will Inclement weather and water-logged be more meaningful. Earlier the chief guest ground did not deter the players of the also released the significance of Tokhu opening match (Nagaland Armed Police booklet. O. Shilu Jamir V/President Central The Warrior -8- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -9- The Warrior Nagaland Tribes Council also delivered a discussed with him all the pending projects short speech. The Lotha Hoho submitted relating to modernization of Police Forces at request memorandum to the Governor and improvement of the existing Police of Nagaland P.B.Acharya for declaration infrastructure facilities in the State to which of Golaghat-Wokha-Bokajan Road as the Union Minister has assured his full National Highway. Advisor for Treasuries cooperation. Minister Y. Patton also invited & Accounts, Relief & Rehabilitation Dr.T.M the Union Minister to inaugurate the 13 Lotha, Executive Council Ao Senden and IRB at Yachang and also to witness the up- Rengma Hoho President and other host of coming Hornbill Festival which the Union dignitaries attended the festival. Minister accepted.

HOME MINISTER CALLS ON UNION GOVERNOR VISITS DOYANG MINISTER OF STATE FOR HOME HYDRO ELECTRIC PLANT (DHEP) Home Minister, Government of Governor of Nagaland P.B.Acharya Nagaland, Y.Patton, called on Union Minister visited the Doyang Hydro Electric Plant of State for Home, Hansraj Gangaram (DHEP) under Wokha district and had Ahir on 9th November 2016 at New interaction with the officials of the power Delhi and congratulated him on his new plant on 8th November, 2016. assignment. As the Union Minister of State While interacting with the officials, is in-charge of Police Modernization, Patton General Manager (C)/Head of Plant D.S. Rai stated that Doyang Hydro Electric Plant (DHEP) has generated 222 million units of electricity till date against the target generation of 227 million units for the year 2016-17. The plant will be generating its target/design energy by the end of November, 2016 i.e. 4 months ahead of time. D.S. Rai said that the plant is facing difficulties in its day to day activities due to bad road and internet connectivity which he appealed to the Governor to look into the matter. P.B. Acharya congratulated the officials of the power plant for their good performance and assured that he would do his best to address the problem of bad Nagaland Home Minister, Y. Patton road and internet connectivity as it would felicitating the Union Minister of State not only improve their activities but it will for Home,Hansraj Gangaram Ahir on 9th also attract the tourist from all over the November 2016 at New Delhi. world. The Warrior -8- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -9- The Warrior GOVERNOR P. B. ACHARYA on “Recent Trends in Earth Science Research GRACES NATIONAL SEMINAR AT with Special Reference to NE India” during NIELIT, MERIEMA, KOHIMA the occasion. Delivering the welcome address, The Governor of Nagaland, P. B. Prof. B. V. Rao the Convener of the National Acharya graced the inaugural function of Seminar said that the Department of Geology, National Seminar on ‘Geology, Geochemistry, Nagaland University has organized National Tectonics, Energy and Mineral Resources of Seminar and AGM of the Geological Society Northeast India and AGM of India Society of India for the first time in November 2005 of Applied Geochemists as the Chief Guest and the present one is the second National at the Conference hall of National Institute Seminar in the series since 1994. of Electronics and Information Technology Head of Geology Department, (NIELIT), Meriema, Kohima on 9thNovember, Nagaland University, Prof. G. T. Thong giving 2016. The Seminar was organized by the a brief profile of the Department said that Department of Geology, Nagaland University, the department was established under Kohima Campus, Meriema, Kohima. NEHU in September 1983 and was taken Speaking at the inaugural function, over by the Nagaland University in 1994. the Governor of Nagaland and Chief Rector, The Department was granted the DST-FIST Nagaland University, P. B. Acharya said Level-I Program in 2000 and again in 2013. that Nagaland State has fine University The faculties have completed eight major however, students from Nagaland pursue Research Projects funded by the DST and their studies in the mainland. He appealed ISRO and three minor. Presently five major to the University and the faculties to teach Research Projects have been underway the young people on what is required to the where three projects are on the verge of society in the University and to disseminate completion. Faculties of the Department the knowledge into action and further hoped helped formulate Nagaland’s State Disaster that the sessions would be a fruitful to come Management Plan’ and ‘State Action Plan up with applicable knowledge to the society. N a g a l a n d Governor, P.B. Acharya urged the scholars and researchers not to limit their knowledge for academic purpose alone but it should be applicable and beneficial to the society. The Governor Nagaland Governor, P.B. Acharya speaking at the National Seminar also released a book at NEILIT, Meriema, Kohima on 9th Nov. 2016. The Warrior -10- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -11- The Warrior on Climate Change’. He informed that best for the interest and upliftment of AGOK. 25 Ph.D degrees have been awarded and The speaker minutely dwelled on the crises numerous papers published in National and and problems confronting our society in International Scientific Journals. this fast changing world. He also challenged Prof. Buno Liegise the Administrative & and strongly urged the AGOK members to Academic i/c, Kohima Campus & Dean School develop an attitude of difference rather than of Humanities and Education Nagaland an attitude of indifference in every sphere University in her address highlighted the four of life. Nagaland University Campuses located at Describing the AGOK as the ‘brain’ of Lumami; Meriema, Kohima; Medziphema and the Angamis while the APO is the head, Dr. Dimapur, its various academic departments Dietho-o reminded the members to consider and centers. themselves as the privileged people of the President, India Society of Applied society and urged them to be role models Geochemists, Dr. K. K. Dwivedy who also for other people. Stating that ‘our knowledge addressed the function gave a profile of is always little’, he urged the officers to Indian Society of Applied Geochemists (ISAG) expand their horizon and build up the best and its history and said that the meeting of worldview. today has to find solutions for the problems Dr. Dietho-o urged the AGOK members faced by the geoscientists. to be grateful as the status and position Students of Geology Department they are in today were passed on to them presented a special number while vote of by someone who had toiled day and night thanks was proposed by Dr. S. K. Srivastava, for the interest of the present generation. Organising Secretary. More than seventy He asked the members to strive to be delegates from all over India participated at knowledgeable and be ever ready to become the inaugural programme. persons who are prepared for and capable of responding to the situations or challenges of 32nd ANNUAL SESSION OF AGOK life in ways that are good and right. HELD AT JAKHAMA Dr. Dietho-o also urged the members to work with sincerity and devotion and The Angami Gazetted Officers’ Krotho leave a legacy behind for others to emulate. (AGOK) held its 32nd Annual session on Stating that there were lots of challenges 12th November, 2016 at Campion School ahead, he urged the members build up a Ground, Jakhama with Ex. MLA and Member- vision which is not confined only to Angamis Advisory Board, Angami Public Organisation, but Nagas as a whole. He challenged the Dr. Dietho-o Yhoshü as the main speaker. The gathering to work, learn, grow and make event was hosted by the Southern Angami someone better and taller than themselves, Gazetted Officers Krotho (SAGOK). quoting the Latin expression of ‘summum Addressing the gathering, Dr. Dietho-o bonum’, meaning ‘the highest good’. acknowledged the pioneering efforts of the President Southern Angami Public first president Late Keyiekhrie Keditsu Angami Organisation, Dr. Neiketou Kiso while from Meriema village who had rendered his greeting the AGOK members, mentioned The Warrior -10- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -11- The Warrior the importance of unity and understanding New team of AGOK Office bearers for which he felt was the need of the hour in the term 2016-2018: all movements. As a retired Government President - Dr. Kedozeto Punyü servant himself, Dr. Kiso noted that the Vice President - K. Neibou Sekhose AGOK has progressed a great deal from its General Secretary - Megolhou Dolie earliest days when gatherings were simpler Treasurer - Vikhozo Vitsu and smaller. He urged the members to lead Joint Secretaries - Dr. Puse Liegise, exemplary lives so that younger generations Medovikho Nakhro, can aspire to emulate them. Dzüvinuo Theünuo, President AGOK, Ketoho Luho while Er. Keyiekhrie Rhütso delivering the Presidential address, said that Women Co-ordinator - Khrieno Tacü the main objective of AGOK was to look after Advisors - Beiu Angami, the welfare of our present as well as future Ketoho Luho generation and to work for the interest of its Legal Advisor - Nino Iralu members, irrespective of good or bad times. Development Committee: He said that the AGOK should stand united Ketoho Luho (Convenor), Er. Thepfusalie when any of its members face victimization Guozi, Er. Toba, Petevilie Khatsü, Rüsovil and to always stand for the welfare of John. members. President SAGOK, Nosazol Charles JOINT SECY (NE) MHA GoI delivered the welcome address while MEETS PUBLIC OF TUENSANG General Secretary, AGOK, Dr. Viketoulie Pienyü presented the Secretary’s report. Satyendra Grag Joint Secretary (NE) Southern Angami Gazetted Officers Krotho Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of General Secretary Shürhovol Naleo, Western India had a meeting with public of Tuensang Angami Gazetted Officers Krotho General on 12th November 2016 at Parade Ground Secretary Mhiesivilhou Mor and Northern Tuensang which was organized by Eastern Angami Gazetted Officers Krotho President, Nagaland Public Organization. The meeting Neilasa Sopfü presented their respective was attended by the officials of ENPO, reports. Pastor, Jakhama Christian Revival Leaders of Tribal Hohos, Women Leaders Church, John Zao invoked God’s blessing of Apex Tribal bodies, Tribal apex students while Joint Secretary, AGOK, Neidilhou Leaders, DBs, GBs and general Public of Keditsu proposed the vote of thanks. Tuensang. The meeting was conducted to Vice president, AGOK, Er. Visekholie discuss on the proposed statehood demand Nakhro chaired the program. Other highlights “Frontier Nagaland”. of the programme included special song by The President of CKS, KTC, STC, YTC, WAGOK members and cultural presentation Eastern Nagaland Gaon Butamong Unions all by Jakhama Youth Society. Pastor, Jakhama shared the view of the Statehood demand and Baptist Church, Reverend Zapovil Sophie led all reaffirmed the Memorandum on Frontier the Dedicatory Prayer for the new team of Nagaland. The speakers also enquired in the Office Bearers. processes of the Government of India on The Warrior -12- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -13- The Warrior upon the gathering to do a little bit of their duty in extending a helping hand to the SCTE and strengthen the association. With values and ethics eroding, he termed the present generation as challenging as such he urged the gathering to play a big role in bringing about the reformation in the society. Finance Secretary, Kedosakho highlighted the aims and objectives of the association while district coordinators greeted the Joint Secretary MHA speaking at Tuensang gathering. Moalemla and Imtisenla enthralled the gathering with their the proposed demand. The speakers also songs. Neikolie Kense said the invocation requested the visited guest also initiate to prayer and Institutional Coordinator Alumni pursue the matter in the earliest. Association, Runi Nakro pronounced the The Joint Secretary to NE MHA vote of thanks. Government of India Satyendra Garg in his short speech said that as a Joint Secretary of JOINT SECRETARY, MoH VISITS NE MHA he acknowledged ENPO has been keeping in update to GOI on the proposed ITC PANGSHA statehood demand. He is of the view that The Joint Secretary (Incharge of North ENPO are persistent in their stand. East) Ministry of Home, Government of Indian T. Imti Choba President CCSU addressed Satyandra Garg visited International Trade the welcome address while W. Anti President Centre (ITC) Pangsha with Parliamentary Chang Women Organization chaired the Secretary VG & Women Development, Khumo Programme and Khiamniungan Cultural on 12th November 2016. During his visit, a Troupes received the Guest in traditional brief meeting was held with Khiamniungam manner. Tribal council (KTC) and citizens of Pangsha village where he assured to enhance the ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCTE salary of VGs and expressed his concern on CONSTITUTION LAUNCHED the demands of the ENPO. While expressing gratitude to the citizens of Pangsha for their The Alumni Association SCTE, Kohima cooperation and welcome, he called upon the Nagaland launched its constitution on the citizens to strengthen unity and understanding 12th November, 2016 at the Conference for the interest of our country. Hall SCTE Kohima. The President of the Ex-Minister, Pongom who shared the Association, Daniel Thong who also chaired history of first VG creation at Pangsha also the program expressed his happiness of highlighted about the loyalty of its people having formed the association and called to the GoI. The Warrior -12- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -13- The Warrior KHRIEHU ATTENDS and Taekwondo. Infrastructure and facilities CONFERENCE OF YOUTH like best coach need to take up at the earliest AFFAIRS & SPORTS to facilitate those young upcoming talented youth in the state. Parliamentary Secretary The conference of Youth Affairs and hopes that by 2020 and 2024 Olympic the Sports and Secretaries of States/Union youth from the state will represent the Territories held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi country. The Parliamentary Secretary was on 15th November 2016. Vijay Goel Union accompanied by Kuolie Mere PRO Nagaland Minister of State (IC) for Youth Affairs and House New Delhi. Sports was the Chief Guest. Pratab Ruddy Union Minister of State for Skill Development CONSULTATIVE MEETING ON and Col. R. Rathore Union Minister of State for NAGALAND MUNICIPAL ACT, I & B were Guest of Honour. From all over the State/Union Territories Lt. Governor, Sports 2001 AND AMENDMENT ACT Ministers, and Secretaries attended the A consultative meeting on Nagaland conference. Nagaland Sports Parliamentary Municipal Act, 2001 and Amendment Secretary Khriehu Liezietsu also attended Act was held on 16th November, 2016 at the conference. In the conference Khelo the Capital convention Hall, Kohima. The India and various Ministry Scheme and meeting was to discuss the issues which Programmes were discussed. have been raised by the different Hohos and During the conference Khriehu Liezietsu to bring about a solution to the issues. The pointed out that Nagaland youth had a lot of Chief Minister, Chief Secretary and Members potential in athletic and sports, he also say of the Legislative Assembly and the Tribal that the upcoming Nagaland youth are very Hohos attended the meeting. talented especially in Football, Sepaktakraw The Chief Minister in his speech thanked the different Hohos for their positive response to the meeting which was held in such short notice. He stated that the meeting was based on the suggestions given by the Angami Public Organisation (APO) and Ao Senden. The first proposal was to omit or delete the provision for reservation of seat for Schedule Caste in the Municipal Department. As per the Nagaland census report 2011, there is no recorded Schedule Caste in Nagaland and also there is no Presidential Order under the Constitution of India that specifies who are the SC of Nagaland. Therefore, in practice there will be Khriehu with other officials at the conference. no reservation for SC in the Municipal bodies. He further added as a preventive measure The Warrior -14- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -15- The Warrior and to clear the doubt, the government is of this Act and the rules and provisions made open to the idea in removing the reservation under Section 120 clause 4 and Section 120 of SC as suggested by the APO. clause 5 may be deleted. In Section 121 The Chief Minister also mentioned clause 7 and Section 121 clause 8 the word the two suggestions given by the Ao Senden sanction may be substituted by the word on 33% reservation for women and taxation approve. This is because of the tax proposal of land and buildings. On women reservation, submitted by the tax community will only he stated that a series of meetings were held be approved and not sanctioned by the with the Naga Mothers’ Association and government. Similarly in Section 123 clause other women organizations but they have 2 the word determine may be replaced by decided to wait for the verdict of the court. the word approve. This is because of the Therefore, on this issue the state cabinet rate of taxes on land and buildings as may has already decided to go by the existing be proposed by the municipality will only provisions of Nagaland Municipal Act 2001 be approved by the government and not as amended in 2006. determined by government. The second suggestion on taxation He also added that auction for sale of land and buildings, the Chief Minister of land may be open only to the Naga said that the government has taken serious indigenous people of the state. He concluded thought on the pressing issue and have the programme by saying in view of the 33% brought a few options. He further added reservation for women, unless the petitioner that the state government appears to have (the women organization) agrees, there is taken upon itself most of the powers and no question of compromising. Hence, the responsibilities on tax. cabinet decided to agree with the reservation Municipalities bring elected bodies of women. In regard to taxation, according of the people may be given the power to the Act the government will determine and responsibilities to decide what taxes the rate of the taxes and the Municipal will or fees they want to impose to raise their collect, but they have reversed it, Municipal own resources and at such rate as may be will propose and the government will agree. proposed by them subject to the approval He also assured that the government will of the rate by the government. Therefore, always protect the land holding system or the government is thinking to take the the customary system. He further added that following lines of action: Section 120 clause if the Municipal elections will keep getting 3 may be amended and replaced by the held back neither the men or women will following proposals. The taxes provided in benefit from it and we will be losing ground the sub-section clause 1 and the taxes which in development. may be levied under sub-section clause The Naga Hoho, ENPO, Ao Senden, 2 shall be levied at such rate as may be APO, Konyak Union, Chakhesang Union, proposed by the municipality and with the Lotha Union and Rengma Union were approval of the government to be conveyed present for the meeting and had given their to government notification and shall be views and suggestions about why the 33% collected in accordance with the provisions reservation is not required in our society. The Warrior -14- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -15- The Warrior NATIONAL PRESS DAY in Nagaland State where truth is suppressed, OBSERVED IN NAGALAND mercy has been blinded, justice has been kidnapped and peace remains elusive?. Commemorating the National Press Director IPR, Limawati Ao in his Day a befitting programme was held on brief address lauded the media in Nagaland, 16th November 2016 under the theme, observing that it gives wider coverage “Professional ethics in Journalism.” The comparing to the papers of other states. He programme organized by Dimapur Press also informed that the Nagaland Journalists Club in collaboration with the Department Welfare Scheme has been approved by the of Information and Public Relations, Cabinet and the same has been notified and Government of Nagaland was held at Elim is operative. Hall, DABA, Duncan Basti Dimapur. Others who shared their minds Publisher and Editor, The Morung on the occasion included Publisher and Express Dr. Aküm Longchari who was the Editor Nagaland Page, Monalisa, Editor theme speaker observed Journalism not Tiryimyim Temjen and executive editor just a profession but a social service that Eastern mirror. Seyiekietuo Keretsu enliven embraces rights, duties and obligations as a the occasion with a special rendition while pillar of democracy. “Truth is the touchstone youth director DABA, Jungshimeren invoked of journalism and getting the facts right God’s blessings. us is the cardinal principle of journalism. The programme was chaired by Journalists need to strive for accuracy, give General Secretary Dimapur Press Club, all the relevant facts and ensure that they S.Henlly Phom while President Kohima have been checked and cross- checked,” Press Club Xavier Rutsa proposed the vote he exhorted. He also reminded that of thanks. The programme was attended fairness and impartiality are imperative by DIPR officials, members of Kohima, to attain high standards of professional Mokokchung and Dimapur Press Club journalism. Dr.Akum also said ethics and members. professionalism are the framework of journalists understanding upon which P.B. ACHARYA VISITS TUENSANG choices in thought and action are carried out. As journalists, ethics in journalism The Governor of Nagaland, P.B. is based on our professional conduct, Acharya and his lady wife Kavita Acharya morality, and our ability to report the truth; visited Tuensang on 15th November, 2016. he maintained. The theme speaker also On his visit a civic reception was held at challenged as to how the media in Nagaland GHSS Auditorium Tuensang. The function can fulfill its critical role and function in a was attended by all walks of life from within reality where public institutions are failing the town. and infrastructure broken. He concluded Speaking on the occasion, he thanked his speech by placing a question before the the people of Tuensang for simple affection media community of Nagaland: What is our and warm welcome. India is a large country ethical and professional framework at a time diversified in many aspects however, co- The Warrior -16- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -17- The Warrior P.B. ACHARYA VISITS KIPHIRE DISTRICT Public reception programme in honour of the Governor of Nagaland P.B. Acharya and his lady wife who were here on a one day visit was received by the District Administration, Minister for power, C.Kipili Sangtam and general public at helipad ground Kiphire on Governor PB Acharya with legislators and others 15th November 2016. at Tuensang During his visit, the Governor existed and survived as one entity since visited district jail where he had time immemorial thereby the largest interaction with jail staff and the prisoners. democratic state in the world, he said. He He also visited Kiphire Village Government mentioned that the north eastern states are Primary School and asked the school rich in their culture and traditions, of which authorities to provide mid day meal to the the Nagas in particular have potential in students on regular basis. Later, he visited many areas, he added. The present central District Hospital Kiphire accompanied by government has been doing many things to Power Minister and inspected the patient make India corruption free and striving to and congratulated all the Doctors, Nurses develop India in social, education, health and and Staff members for their commitment to infrastructure. Therefore, we must be bold serve the sick and needy people. Thereafter, enough to change the mindset to achieve he had the general meeting at Hopongkyu the goals and polices of the government, he Memorial Hall Kiphire. said. India is expected to have the largest At Hopongkyu Memorial Hall Kiphire, human development resources in the he had a meeting with the Civil Societies, coming years as such Nagas should strive to Public leaders and Government officials. avail those avenues. The programme was chaired by Sedevikho The representation from the people Khro Deputy Commissioner Kiphire. While of Tuensang District was presented by Vice addressing the gathering, the Governor said president YTC, Throngso and also read the that the north eastern states have been representation.The four tribes of Tuensang sharing boundaries with the countries like ie, Chang Khiamniungan, Sangtam and Myanmar, Bangladesh, Bhutan where only Yimchunger Tribes presented the cultural 2% (two) of our land is connected with items. The welcome address was delivered mainland India. The Governor also called by Chillio, Convenor Peace committee upon the people of Kiphire District to be ENPO while the programme was chaired united and live peacefully. He said Kiphire by Khoney Mongko VP ENPO. The vote District was not just rich in mineral resources of thanks was proposed by T.Y. Sangtam but has the potentiality to become a tourism President USLP. hotspot in the region. The programme The Warrior -16- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -17- The Warrior was chaired by Sedevikho Khro, Deputy He was addressing the students of Fazl Commissioner Kiphire while the vote of Ali College, one of the premier colleges in thanks was delivered by Vice President the State, in its college auditorium on 18th USLP,Tsilise Sangtam. November 2016 during his two-day visit of The Governor of Nagaland, P.B Acharya Mokokchung from 17th November 2016. and his wife Kavita Acharya on the second He was accompanied by his wife Kavita day at Tuensang toured different places on Acharya. 16th November, 2016. He was accompanied Commenting on thousands of Naga by Parliamentary Secretaries Kejong Chang, students studying outside state in big cities Toyang Chang, District Administration and in different parts of the country the country, Police officials. governor said education system in the state should be revamped to keep in tune with the LET EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS needs of the state. BE A CENTRE OF DEVELOPMENT : Fazl Ali College Principal, Chubayangla GOVERNOR P.B ACHARYA in her welcome address briefed the visiting Governor about the college and Nagaland Governor P.B Acharya stated its achievements since its establishment that Nagaland University and all educational in 1959. She informed the Governor that institutions should not focus on imparting besides Science and Arts, Commerce stream education only but it should be a true would commence from next academic centre of empowering young people with session. knowledge and centre of development. He The Governor also visited Government said unless people are empowered with High School, Mongsenyimti and addressed knowledge Nagaland state will not progress. the teachers, students and the public. He stressed on the need to restructure the Governor in his address said visit of a education system focusing more on areas village by the Governor is visit of the entire which could help to explore untapped rich Nagaland State saying Kohima and Dimapur, resources of the states and become self the two major towns do not always reflect sufficient state. the image of the state. He also presented red

Nagaland P.B. Acharya addressing the faculty members and students of Fazl Ali College on 18th November 2016. The Warrior -18- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -19- The Warrior blanket to all Gaonboras in the village. Healthy Mother which will ultimately leads to The Governor also visited State a health child. He added that despite all the Agricultural Research Station Yisemyong and efforts made from all aspects the figure of had interaction with the officials headed by Antenatal care is low in the country and even Project Officer, Dr. D.K Chetri. though the figure of MMR, IMR and TFR are low in the State we need to stay consistent PMSMA AND MOTHER’S in keep up the figures and also improving ABSOLUTE AFFECTION it further. He also called upon the Officials present to make efforts on combating the LAUNCHED (MAA) IN NAGALAND challenges of low Institutional Delivery Abhijit Sinha, Commissioner & figures in the State and that we should also Secretary, Department of Health & rope-in the private Doctors and hospitals. Family Welfare and Commissioner, Home, Sinha said that, collective efforts should Government of Nagaland on 18th Nov. 2016, be made from both the side of medical launched the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit practitioners and information disseminators Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA) and Mother’s on the successful implementation of the Absolute Affection (MAA), a Mother and Child program and later when they are reviewed Intervention program, at the Conference Hall we should show that, Nagaland have done of Directorate of Health & Family Welfare, better than rest of the States. Kohima Nagaland in the presence of the a Delivering the vote of thanks, Dr. team from Vitamin Angels a Developmental Thanghoi Lam, State Program Officer, National partner who are providing Vitamin-A and Health Mission, Nagaland pointed out that, Albendazole for children in the State, the the most crucial population in a society is CMOs, M.Ss and DIOs and the State UNICEF Mother and Child and expressed gratitude to and UNDP team. Developmental partners like Vitamin Angels, Addressing the members present UNICEF and UNDP their intervention in the Abhijit Sinha stressed on the importance of a State on the issue of Mother and Child Health.

Commissioner & Secretary, H&FW and Home Commissioner, Abhijit Sinha IAS launching the PMSMS at the Conference Hall of Directorate of H&FW, Kohima on 18th November 2016. The Warrior -18- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -19- The Warrior GOVERNOR VISITS NAGALAND in Lumami since 1997, we have come a long UNIVERSITY way in transforming a Lumami village into a centre of transforming knowledge into Nagaland Governor, PB Acharya on 18th the better life of the present and future November 2016 visited Nagaland University generations’, stated VC. (NU) and held an interaction with various Many stakeholders of NU expressed stakeholders of the university. Governor, who their grievances to the Chief Rector and is also the Ex-officio Chief Rector of Nagaland representations were also forwarded. The University, exhorted NU to be a centre of program was also enthralled by special knowledge which should be applicable indigenous songs from NU students. Finance to society and centre of development. Officer, Prof.M.K. Sinha delivered the vote of Education provided by University should be thanks. applicable to social life to create wealth and asset for the State, stated Acharya. GOVERNOR MEETS DISTRICT Encouraging Nagas to preserve their ADMINISTRATION, SECURITY identity by protecting their mother-tongue, the Governor said a small state like Nagaland AGENCIES, HoDS IN MOKOKCHUNG with 16 tribes and sub-tribes, every tribe has During the two day visit of Mokokchung, an identity which must be protected before Governor of Nagaland, P.B Acharya held a it is wipe out. meeting with District Administration, Security The Governor urged the VC to introduce Agencies and all Heads of Departments skill subject in the undergraduate and post at the Conference Hall of ADC (planning) graduate level so that our students can be Mokokchung on 18th November 2016. placed anywhere and are acceptable to the Addressing the meeting, the Governor present needs of our society. They should be asked the officers of the district whether our assets and not a burden to the society. they are marching ahead with the rest Urging the faculties of NU that best the country or standing still, saying that Universities in the world are not produced by there is an urgent need to review the government but are founded by corporate overall activities in all the departments. The who were once a student of that university, Governor said government officials being the Acharya asked the NU to produce successful servants of the people should have plan for people who could become torch bearers in them and ponder upon what one can do for the Naga society. the people. He said any criticism from the Acting Vice-Chancellor, NU, Prof. masses should be palatable to an officer. AK Singh in his welcome address thanked Acharya said every officer, being the Governor for being forefront in peace highly educated people, should have a social making process in the state based on responsibility. He said “in the first place harmony and mutual coexistence through one should be a human being, secondly a confidence building measures and people to patriot and lastly an officer”. The Governor people contact within the state. ‘Ever since maintained that being an officer one should the commencement of academic activities not think that nobody can do anything to The Warrior -20- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -21- The Warrior them. He said in a democratic country, Carmel Home at Sukhalu village and “everyone is a king and nobody is a king”. District Hospital, Zunheboto. At Carmel The Governor lamented that Home, he had an interaction with the everywhere he goes in the State, he hears villagers and children of Carmel home dissatisfaction from the people about the where he donated Rs.20,000/- to the pathetic road conditions, hospitals and children’s home and Rs. 20,000/- to cultural schools. Yet, the only response from the troupes. At district hospital, Acharya had departments concern is “we can do better” an interaction with the doctors and staffs the Governor added. where he was updated on the status of the Acharya said we should not negatively district hospital. Medical Superintendent, talk what positively we can do. He said Dr. Kheshito Zhimo also submitted a Nagaland has to rise up for which we should representation to the Governor for have a monitoring agency apart from the addressing various problems pertaining to government to review the activities in the the hospital. Later, a meeting with NGOs departments, to see that every programme and HODs was held where Parliamentary is implemented and beneficiaries are Secretary, Soil and Water Conservation, benefited. He reminded that “everyone has Pukhayi Assumi and MLA G. Kaito Aye a soul and must be true to one’s faith”. accompanied the Governor. The Security Agencies also briefed the On 20th November 2016, the Governor Governor about the prevailing law and order visited the district Jail and had an interaction situation in the District. with the jail inmates and encouraged them to live a purposeful and respectable life and P.B.ACHARYA VISITS contribute to the society later in life. The ZUNHEBOTO Governor also granted remission to four inmates, distributed blankets and donated The Governor of Nagaland, P.B. Acharya Rs.7000 for procurement of handicraft and his wife Kavita Acharya were on a two items. day visit to Zunheboto town on 19th and The Governor visited SBCZ Church 20th November, 2016 where they were given which is set to be the second largest church a warm welcome at Town Hall. in Asia and interacted with the church Speaking at a civic reception, Acharya officials. He also had a meeting with Ex- lauded the Sumi tribe as a heroic community, servicemen, Red Cross, Bharat Scouts and Acharya recalled his association with late Guides. Led by Commandant 5th Assam Dr. Hokishe Sema and said that Sumis Rifles, Sachit Suri, the Governor interacted are wonderful and talented people and with the jawans and families of 5th Asssam encouraged them to preserve the good Rifles where he was presented a gift and culture inherited from their forefathers. warm reception. Throughout the tour, the Sumi Hoho and Sumi Kukami Hoho Governor was accompanied by DC, T. Roy, submitted a representation pertaining to SP, Rhetso, SDO (C), Shanavas, IAS, Addl. SP, various issues. Relo Aye, head of offices, Hoho leaders and The Governor also visited Mount other dignitaries. The Warrior -20- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -21- The Warrior FIRST EVER MID-CAREER and necessary in this fast changing world. TRAINING PROGRAMME FOR Henceforth, this training programme would NCS & NSS OFFICERS be an annual fixture of ATI, he added. Joint Secretary & Additional Director The first ever 5-day mid-career training (Admin) ATI, Kevekha Kevin Zehol who is also programme for NCS & NSS officers who the President of NCS delivered the welcome have been in the service for the last 10 to address and the concluding remarks for the 15 years began on 21st November, 2016 at inaugural function. The Additional Chief Administrative Training Institute, Kohima Secretary & Financial Commissioner (Retd) with the Chief Secretary of Nagaland, Pankaj Haryana, Krishna Mohan & Director, ITS, Kumar, IAS as the chief guest. Ministry of Defence, Prachish Khanna were Addressing the trainees, the chief the resource persons on the topic ‘Ethics guest expressed his appreciation to the & Values in Public governance’ on the first faculty members of ATI for organizing the day. 1st ever mid-career training programme The Valedictory function was held on for NCS & NSS officers which he said was 25th November, 2016 with Joint Secretary important for the effective functioning & ADC Pughoboto, Avelu Ruho thanked of the state government. Mentioning the Kevin Zehol for initiating the first ever mid- importance and contribution of NCS & career training, she said the zeal to perform NSS officers, he said they are the best raw during their duties tend to diminish with materials to be imparted with this kind of time and posting from one place to another training as they still have many years to and the training came at the right time serve the state government. He further said to get re-energized. She said the training that many a times, the senior officers fail to sessions were interesting and thanked the put innovative ideas or additional inputs to resource persons for the patience they had the functioning of the state government due shown. to lack of exposure and adequate training. Urging the trainees, he also asked them to REPORTS, RESOLUTIONS AND keep an eye on the ongoing training and to BILLS LAID DURING THE bring constructive criticisms, topics, contents or suggestions which they feel is pragmatic FOURTEENTH SESSION OF 12th NLA G. Kaito Aye, Chairman of the committee on estimates presented reports on 124th report on the examination of the estimates of Rural Development department (MGNREGA), 125th report on the examination of the estimates of School Education Department (SSA & RMSA) and 126th report on the Chief Secretary graces mid-career training programme at ATI The Warrior -22- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -23- The Warrior examination of the estimates of Horticulture NLA REVOKES RESOLUTION ON department. 33% WOMEN RESERVATION Dr. T.M Lotha Chairman of the committee on subordinate legislation During the fourteenth session of the Twelfth Assembly held on 22nd November presented reports on 48th report on 2016, the house revoked the resolution Nagaland Irrigations & Flood Control Service passed by it under Article 371 A (1)(a) (Group A & B) rules 2014, 40th report of the Constitution of India on the 22nd on action taken by the government on September, 2012 exempting Nagaland 29th report on the Nagaland Soil & Water from the application of Part IX A of the Conservation Service Rules 1997, 50th report Constitution of India. on the Nagaland Engineering Service Rules, On the recommendation of the 1997 (class I & II), 51st action taken report on Governor of Nagaland, P.B. Acharya to Nagaland Secretariat (Civil) Stenographers consider the amendment pertaining to the Service Rules 1773 and 52nd Report on name St. Joseph Catholic University to St. Action taken by the Government on 27th Joseph University inorder to avoid opening Report of the Nagaland Tourism Service university in the name of any religion, the Rules, 2001. house passed the amendments to St. Joseph N. Thomas Lotha Chairman of the University (Nagaland) Bill, 2016. The bill shall Committee on Government Assurance come into force on the date appointed by presented a report on 19th Report of the State Government by notification in the committee on Government Assurances (3rd official gazette. session of the 12th NLA), 91st Report of committee on Government Assurances (4th GOVERNOR VISITS LONGLENG session of the 12th NLA). Parliamentary Secretary for Municipal Nagaland Governor P.B. Acharya on his maiden visit to Longleng on 22nd November, Affairs, Economics & Statistics, R. Tohanba 2016, speaking to the public, urged the moved the bill that leave be granted to church leaders and stakeholders to play a introduce the Nagaland Municipal (3rd major role in the development of the district, Amendment) Bill 2016 and also to introduce reminding them that religion can play a great the Bill. role in transforming a corrupted society. The Parliamentary Secretary for The Governor also emphasized on the Fisheries and Printing & Stationery, Shetoyi need to introduce various courses to impart laid a copy of the ‘Nagaland Fisheries skill and quality education both in high Service Rules (Second amendment) 2006. schools and university, which will in a long A motion for extension of tenure of the run generate wealth and uplift the economy Select Committee on the Nagland Lokayakta of the district. Bill, 2015 to be extended and to present During the visit, the Governor had a its report within six months was moved by meeting with various organizations of the the Chairman of the Committee, Er. Levi district including Phom Peoples’ Council, Phom Rengma Students’ Conference, Phomla Hoichem, Indian The Warrior -22- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -23- The Warrior red Cross Society, Bharat Scout & Guides, management and Information Technology, Pensioners’ Association, Ex-Servicemen and introduced BA Honours in Library and Non-local business group during which the Information Science, Certificate course Phom Peoples’ Council and Phom Students’ in Computer Hardware and Networking Conference submitted a memorandum and is also in the process of introducing seeking his intervention on the poor road more professional programmes in the condition in district and early restoration of forthcoming semester. water supply in district headquarter. Guest of Honour Deo Nukhu while Later the governor and his lady wife congratulating the students also reminded visited the district hospital and interacted them that just getting a degree was not with the staff of the hospital. enough unless they prove themselves worthy of their degrees in their work performance GOVERNOR GRACES ICFAI tomorrow. Informing that Nagaland has only CONVOCATION 2016 one Central University, Deo Nukhu felt the need for more quality private universities in Governor of Nagaland P.B.Acharya the State. Earlier, the chief guest lighted the graced the Convocation 2016 of Institute of traditional lamp and declared the Convocation Chartered Financial Analysts of India (ICFAI) ceremony open. He also presented medals to on 23rd November 2016 as the chief guest the class toppers of various disciplines. The at the University Auditorium at Sovima, Vice Chancellor of the university read out the Dimapur. Parliamentary Secretary, Higher Chancellor’s address in his absentia. On the and Technical Education, Government of occasion, the Pro Vice Chancellor administered Nagaland, Deo Nukhu graced the day as the pledge to the graduating students. Adakho Guest of Honour. Kadete delivered a speech on behalf of the Addressing the gathering, Governor graduating students. The programme was P.B.Acharya expressed gratitude over attended by parents of graduating students, the fact that ICFAI University Nagaland well wishers, Principals of various institutions has besides the degree programme in and staffs of ICFAI University.

Govenor P.B. Acharya speaking at the convocation 2016 of Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India at Sovima Dimapur on 23rd November 2016. The Warrior -24- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -25- The Warrior I&C WEBSITE AND EASE OF 2016. DOING BUSINESS IN NAGALAND With regard to 33% women LAUNCHED reservation in Municipalities, Parliamentary Secretary for Housing Er. Levi Rengma, The Chief Secretary of Nagaland, sought a clarification on whether the Pankaj Kumar, IAS launched the official absence of women candidates will allow website and ‘Ease of Doing Business in male candidates to fill the vacancy, to which Nagaland,’ of the Department of Industries the Leader of the House clarified that in the & Commerce in the presence of its officials case of wards which are vacant and void of and staff at Chief Secretary’s conference hall, women candidates, the government will Kohima on 23rd November 2016. issue fresh notifications and as such, men After launching the website, he cannot represent the reserved seats. “If congratulated the Department of Industries the Town council does not want to hold & Commerce for launching its official website elections, the government will not force and “Ease of Doing Business” in Nagaland. He them,” the Leader of the House further also thanked the department of IT for setting clarified. up and fulfilling this dream into reality. Parliamentary Secretary for Higher & Secretary, Industries & Commerce, Technical Education , Deo Nukhu, Minister Hushili IAS, who chaired the programme, also for School Education & SCERT, Yitachu, expressed her gratitude to the Commissioner Parliamentary Secretary for Jails, Science & & Secretary, K.D. Vizo and his team of officers Technology, Hukavi Zhimomi, MLA Kaito Aye, who worked tirelessly for the website. MLA Mmhonlumo Kikon also voiced their opinions regarding the resolution passed by FOURTEENTH SESSION OF THE the House. TWELFTH NLA CONCLUDES Er. Levi Rengma further sought The second day of the Fourteenth clarification from the House on the non-issue Assembly on 24th November 2016 of permit to other oil fields in Nagaland apart witnessed the House revoking the resolution from Wokha and Peren districts to which passed by it under Article 371(A) (1)(a) the Leader of the House clarified that other of the constitution of India on the 22nd than the two mentioned districts, the rest September 2012, exempting Nagaland from did not fulfill the formalities as per the rules the application of Article 243(D), Part IX A of and regulations of the Nagaland Petroleum the constitution of India in Municipalities, & Natural Gas Act, 2012. with Parliamentary Secretary for Municipal Earlier, Independent MLA, Thomas Affairs, Economics & Statistics, R. Tohanba Ngullie raised objections in the revoking of moving the consideration and adoption of the resolution with regard to 33% women the said resolution. reservation in Municipalities and opposed The Leader of the House, T.R. Zeliang the move . moved the consideration and passing of the The Fourteenth Session of the Twelfth Nagaland Municipal (Third Amendment) Bill, Nagaland Legislative Assembly which began The Warrior -24- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -25- The Warrior

NLA Speaker, Chotisuh Sazo presiding over the Fourteenth Session of the Twelfth Nagaland Legislative Assembly on 24th November 2016. on 22nd November 2016 was adjourned sine facilitate global trade and commerce passing die on 24th November 2016 by Nagaland through one of the most underdeveloped Legislative Assembly Speaker, Chotisuh regions of the world. Sazo. NSCW LAUNCHES FORTNIGHT CM HARPS ON IMPORTANCE OF OBSERVATION ON ELIMINATION IMT TRILATERAL HIGHWAY OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Nagaland Chief Minister TR Zeliang Fortnight observation on elimination stressed on the importance of the proposed of violence against women, culminating 16 India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway days of activism from 25th November to saying it could be one of the most significant 10th December 2016 was launched by the steps for connectivity in the Southeast Asian Nagaland State Commission for Women region in the 21st Century since the road (NSCW) on 24th November 2016 at Hotel will not only connect North East India with de Oriental Grand, with former Chairperson Myanmar and Thailand, but will be a part NSCW, Sano Vamuzo as the chief guest, under of the greater scheme of connectivity of the the theme “from peace in the home to peace BBIN (Bangladesh – Bhutan – India – Nepal) in the world: make education safe for all.” with South East Asia. Chairperson NSCW, Dr. Temsula Ao Addressing the International Business in her introductory speech pointed out that Seminar in Yangon, Myanmar on 27th the status of Naga women has always been November 2016 as part of India-Myanmar- determined by ancient customs and practices Thailand Motor Rally in the presence of Phyo in society, especially in the vital issues of Min Thein, Chief Minister, Yangon Region, marriage, divorce and inheritance. She said Government of Myanmar, Sanjay Mitra, that an urgent re-assessment of all tribal Secretary, Ministry of Road Transport & customary laws and traditions is needed Highways, Government of India, H.E. Vikram in order to safeguard the rights of Naga Misri, Ambassador of India to Myanmar, women and the standardized amendments and a host of officials from India and the must be made a part of these laws so that host country, Zeliang said this highway will no Naga women is discriminated against in The Warrior -26- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -27- The Warrior her own home and society. Speaking at the The Governor in his address said that programme, the Chief Guest on behalf of all e- Naga Summit, 2016 is meant to build Naga women, thanked the Chief Minister, T.R. the foundation required to identify our Zeliang for breaking the path to empower all existing gaps, incubate ideas and devise Naga women in spite of oppositions. She solutions specific to the needs of the North also thanked the Joint Action Committee Eastern Region which will provide the way for Women Reservation for their bold fight forward and ultimately lead to progress and on 33% reservation for women, and in this prosperity of the Nation as a whole. regard called upon all women to stay united, The Governor stated that uphold and support one another. e-Governance has to support information Chief Judicial Magistrate & Secretary, and communication requirements. He KDLSA Mezivolu T. Therieh, NJS in her short said that every State Government must speech, expressed that the society has to be take initiatives to use Information and educated, trained and nourished on gender Communication Technologies(ICT) to improve justices so that it can survive for a long time. IT Literacy, create awareness of the benefits of Inspector General (Crime), S. Saravanan e-governance, improve co¬ordination among IPS spoke on the four methods to empower various Departments, promote Government women which included, land and property process re- engineering, create vision and also rights, political participation of women, incorporate best practices of other States. equal employment opportunities and Guest of Honour Minister, IT&C, entrepreneurial empowerment of women. P.Paiwang Konyak said that the Department Earlier, the invocation was of Information Technology & Communication pronounced by woman pastor, Sumi Baptist (IT&C) is now playing a key role to transform Church Kohima, Kitoshi Kiba and the welcome the State of Nagaland into a modern State address by member NSCW, Asangla Cholong by way of improving transparency, efficiency . The programme was chaired by member and ensuring cost effective public service NSCW, Kakheli Jakhalu who also pronounced delivery to the citizens. He said that the State the vote of thanks. is witnessing a paradigm shift in Governance and all other spheres of life and Information 2nd e-NAGA SUMMIT 2016 AT IG Technology and electronic media is enabling STADIUM a knowledge- led economy. Advisor to the President, Estonia, The second e-Naga summit 2016 Dr Liia, in her speech said that e-Nagaland under the theme ‘Towards making the state is nothing else than a forward-looking of Nagaland the next IT hub in South east strategy for Nagaland, that aims to harness Asia’ is underway from 28th to 29 November the best from modern information and 2016 at Indira Gandhi Stadium Kohima. P.B communication technology. Acharya Governor of Nagaland and Minister She expressed pride that Nagaland IT&C Transport & Civil Aviation & Border and several States of India, which politicians Affairs were the chief guest and guest of and Chief Information Officers have visited honour respectively. Estonia, have found an inspiration from what The Warrior -26- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -27- The Warrior they saw in my country. She congratulated at Angami Public Organization building the State of Nagaland for recently being Phulbari, opposite Oking hospital Kohima on recognised by the Computer Society of India 29th November 2016. as the top performer on e-Governance. Governor P.B Acharya in his short Chief Secretary, Pankaj Kumar IAS in speech stated that everywhere the banks his welcome address the State Government should come out to provide customers level has strengthened the manpower of IT accessible, effective and innovative financial Department during the past year. Taking a cue solution for the people. He urged the Bandhan from the Central Government, he said that we bank officials to dedicate themselves to help introduced biometric attendance system in the the people of Nagaland. Nagaland Secretariat the previous year. Now Earlier the zonal head, North east citizens in Dimapur can pay their electricity zone, Ranjan Gango Padhayay in his speech bills online, a facility which is being extended to said that Bhandhan received the approval other towns. We intend to add more e-services from the Reserve bank of India in April 2014 to citizens soon. Public consultation for Smart and the banking regulators finance nod City challenge as well as Vision Document came on 17th June 2015. He said that its 2030, which is being finalized, was carried out public shareholders include international on e-platforms, he stated. finance corporation among others and also The event is hosted by the Department added that the bank show accountability, of IT & C with delegates from the industries professionalism and disciplines towards the academia government and entrepreneurs. citizens. The e-Naga summit envision is to embark on a process to install the spirit of innovation AHoD and HoD MEETING and use of technology for impacting positive DELIBERATES ON HIV change in the society with target audience comprising of students entrepreneurs, NGOs, PREVALENCE IN THE STATE Governmental departments and industry The monthly AHoDs and HoDs meeting processionals. The inaugural session was was held at the Civil Secretariat Conference attended by students from colleges and higher Hall, Kohima on 28th November, 2016. secondary schools. Commissioner & Secretary, The House discussed on contribution IT&C, K.D Vizo ITS while delivering vote of from Chief Secretary Welfare Funds for thanks stated that department like IT&C and AIDS control in Nagaland, State Consultant, for the state it is the right time to push our Nagaland Legislators’ Forum on AIDS(NLFA), agenda towards making the state of Nagaland Dr. Vinito Chishi in his powerpoint presentation the next IT hub in the South East Asia. highlighted the prevalence of HIV in the state and also the functions of NLFA, NACO, GOVERNOR INAUGURATES NSACS and other organizations associated BANDHAN BANK IN KOHIMA with AIDS. He mentioned that till September 2016, out of 899158 adult blood screened Nagaland Governor, P.B Acharya 20601(2.29%) people were tested positive inaugurated Bhandhan bank, Kohima branch with HIV and for below 14 years of age, out The Warrior -28- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -29- The Warrior of 28468 blood tested 849 (2.98%) were also highlighted the Employees’ State positive and 91% of infection was transmitted Insurance Scheme, an autonomous through sexual route. He also said, with 43% cooperation which covers the insurance of of the total infection, the age group of 25-34 non- governmental sectors with employees years has the highest number of people living above 10 people. Contribution, Benefits, with HIV and among the Districts, Dimapur Facilities and Basic requirements of the has the highest number of HIV infection, Scheme were highlighted. he however added that this may be due to Discussing on an NIA case, the chief people coming from other districts for HIV secretary said that any government servants test in Dimapur. Dr. Vinito mentioned that found involved in extortion case will be quarterly report will be given if contributions strictly dealt with. He asked the departments are made for AIDS control. to cooperate in case the NIA needed but Commissioner, Sentiyanger, IAS said also cautioned the departments to give that Church may not be the right forum information which are related to unlawful to combat AIDS as the Church has its own and anti-national activities only. limitations. Secretary & Director ATI, Lithrongla also raised the issue of funding P.B. ACHARYA JOINS JAPFÜPHIKI the right forum to combat AIDS. The house (SOUTHERN ANGAMI) PFÜTSANA concluded the issue with an agreement to contribute however a committee was COMMON SEKRENYI formed to study it further. Governor of Nagaland, P.B. Acharya Reviewing the last meeting minute, was the Chief Guest of Japfüphiki (Southern Principal Secretary to CM & Finance Angami) Pfütsana (traditional religion) Commissioner, Temjen Toy said the big Common Pre/Advance Sekrenyi (Phosanyi) departments such as School Education, at Lerie, Kohima on Wednesday, the 30th Police, Housing, H&FW, R&B, Veterinary & November, 2016. Animal Husbandry, District Administration, P.B. Acharya speaking on the occasion Agriculture and some others have been called upon the gathering to improve their failing to credit New Pension Scheme life style and prepare their minds to change into the Employees’ account on time. the system. He stressed on living together Departments were also directed to open the with unity and wished happy Sekrenyi to all. accounts of those employees who have no The meaning of Sekrenyi was bank account. highlighted by Yose Chaya, Advisor of Chief Secretary said the Induction Japfüphiki Pfütsana Krotho (JPKK) where he Training for other services like engineering said that the traditional religion (Pfütsana) will soon be introduced in ATI, apart from follows the lunar moon. NCS and allied services mid- career service Earlier blessing was pronounced training for other services will also be by Neisa Thol, former Chairman of JPKK. introduced. He also asked the departments Welcome address was delivered by Viphil to convey their training requirements to ATI. Thokhwe. Pedaho Kiso, Chairman of JPKK Labour & Employment department proposed vote of thanks. The Warrior -28- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -29- The Warrior State Round Up

Chief Secretary, Pankaj Kumar IAS launching the Industries & Commerce website and ‘Ease of Doing Business in Nagaland at Kohima on 23rd November 2016.

Governor, P.B. Acharya addressing the citizens of Tuensang Town at GHSS Auditorium Tuensang on 15th November, 2016. The Warrior -30- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -31- The Warrior State Round Up

Chief Minister T.R. Zeliang with Minister, Parliamentary Secretaries, dignitaries and Tribal Hohos during the consultative meeting at Kohima on 16th November 2016.

Former Chairperson NSCW, Sano Vamuzo speaking at the launching programme of Fortnight observation on elimination of violence against women on 24th November 2016 at Hotel de Oriental Grand. The Warrior -30- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 AA monthlymonthly EnglishEnglish JournalJournal || NovemberDecember 2016 -31- The Warrior District Round Up

Dr. Dietho-o Yhoshü, member, advisory board, APO speaking at the 32nd Annual Session of the AGOK at Jakhama village on 12th November 2016.

Comparative views of the newly renovated GHS building at Pughoboto before and after renovation. Renovation of the school was done through community and participation and funding from Minister R&B, who visited the school on 7th November 2016. The Warrior -32- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -33- The Warrior Development Activities

Parliamentary Secretary of Agriculture Dr. Benjongliba Aier with other officials after inaugurating the new office building of District Agriculture Office Peren on 16th November 2016.

Minister for School Education, SCERT Yitachu, his colleagues and officials at the inaugural of the newly ungraded office for the Executive (Road & Bridges), Pughoboto on 16th November 2016. The Warrior -32- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -33- The Warrior Districts Round Up

VIGILANCE AWARENESS WEEK been deeply rooted in human value and 2016 OBSERVED AT KOHIMA individual moral, which has to be fought with the public participation to promote integrity A Vigilance Awareness Week 2016 and eradicate corruptions. The programme was observed at Deputy Commissioner’s chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Conference Hall, Kohima on 1st November Kohima, Lithrongla Tongpi was attended by 2016. The programme was jointly organised Senior SP Kohima, DPDB members, AMK by the District Administration and Lead Bank, and other NGOs. The vote of thanks was Kohima on the theme “Public Participation delivered by Chief Manager, Lead Bank in Promoting Integrity and Eradicating Kohima, Lanuteka Imchen. Corruption”. The Deputy Commissioner, Kohima, ECS SHG DLC CUM REVIVAL Rovilatuo Mor, IAS in his speech reiterated the theme as relevant and pertinent which PROGRAMME is an important issue to be pondered Eleutheros Christian Society Tuensang upon and adhere in day to day functioning organised a District Level Conference cum of Government institutions. Apart from Revival Programme for Self Help Group (SHG) financial and other corruptions, DC said at Tuensang Town Chang Baptist Lashong on that time corruption is one important issue 3rd of November 2016. which has consequences to the public and Secretary, Social Welfare Department, urged every Government servant to make Dellirose M. Sakhrie was the Chief Guest sincere efforts by enforcing timely arrival and while Chairperson, State Social Welfare departure in respective establishment so as Board, Bano Vinito Chishi was the Guest of to eradicate time corruption. The Deputy Honour. The programme was conducted with Commissioner also administered the pledge the theme “Inspire, empower and enlighten on the occasion. women for Socio-Economic change.’’ Re ny W i l f r e d IAS, A s s i s t a n t The programme was attended by Commissioner while speaking on the theme Director, Social Welfare GON, Deputy said that there are various institutions Commissioner Tuensang, Coordinator combating corruptions but it is the public State Resource Centre for Women, Project who has to hold each and every public Manager, Nagaland State Social Welfare servant accountable for what he or she has Board, Representatives of NEIDA Kohima and been doing. 273 SHGs from Tuensang, Zunheboto and Thangboi Lunkim, AGM, SBI, RBO, Mokokchung. Dimapur who also spoke on the occasion Rev. Dr. Chingmak, Secretary of said that corruption is something which has ECS, Tuensang delivered the welcome The Warrior -34- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -35- The Warrior address where he gave a brief history on the resource person under the chairmanship the establishment of the SHGs. Coordinator of BDO Mon T. Manhom. SHGs ECS, Ason presented a power point The resource person spoke on the presentation on how the SHGs and its significance of vigilance and urged the Micro Financing growth took place since participants to be alert and watchful under its inception. SHG Nangpong Village any circumstances. He also urged the people representative and AWW Maksha Village to take prompt action to stop unwise action shared their experiences, the establishment as leaders in order to promote the culture of SHG and its advantages to the community of honesty. PD DRDA Mon, Tsalito Sangtam development. addressed on the importance of the vigilance Director, Social Welfare Government of week and also administered the pledge. Nagaland, Deputy Commissioner Tuensang and representative of NEIDA also delivered SDDCF MEETING HELD short speeches. Secretary, Social Welfare in her address SDDCF meeting under Changtongya highlighted on the importance of ICDS and sub division was held on 3rd November how the contribution of SHGs will help in 2016 at the office chamber of SDO (C) under the community development programmes. the chairmanship of SDO (C) Changtongya She also mentioned about the activities Chumlamo Humtsoe. The chairman of the ICDS programmes and the services welcomed all the members present at the contributed by the SHGs in the state. meeting and reviewed the last meeting In the second session, Bano Vinito minutes. The chairman informed the house Chishi, Chairperson State Social Welfare regarding the SDDCF welfare fund which Board exhorted the gathering while Gracy was to be collected in the month of August Aye, State Coordinator for state Resource 2016 will now be collected in the month of Centre for women also discussed on the November 2016. Rs. 1000/- as registration Schemes for Violence against Women while fee and Rs. 500/- as annual fee which is to Asalie Alex Kruse Project Manager Nagaland be collected in the month of April. State Social Welfare Board spoke on Self Help The chairman informed the house Group and Micro Financing. The chief Guest that the Town Council E/Roll revision has also launched the sales day organized by SHG been submitted to all the wards and political at high school ground, Tuensang. parties. A brief report on the Mangkonang festival held from 20th to 21st October 2016 at Ain Humtu Resort and its final audit VIGILANCE AWARENESS WEEK report was presented by the Convenor of OBSERVED IN MON the organizing committee JE Electrical, Er. Vigilance Awareness Week was observed Shilujungba. Lastly, the chairman expressed on 3rd of Nov. 2016 at Block Development Office his gratitude to all the SDCCF members Mon under the theme ‘public participation in and the organizing committee for the promoting integrity and eradicating corruption’ cooperation during the festival and for the with EE DRDA Mon, Er. Chopongse Sangtam as success of Mangkonang festival. The Warrior -34- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -35- The Warrior DIMAPUR DPDB MEETING Help Group, Diphupar, Bethlehem Welfare Society, Aoyimti Village, Kuki Pensioners’ Society The Dimapur District Planning and Chumukedima, Indian Academy of Pediatrics, Development Board meeting for the month Nagaland State Branch and Octet School of of November was held at the Training Hall of Music, Power Point, Thahekhu Village. Taxes Department on 5th November 2016. During the meeting, permission to The meeting was chaired by ADC, Dimapur, open St. Joseph’s Global School having CBSC Elizabeth Ngully. syllabus and issuance of NOC to CBSC board Road Reservation of National Highway at virgin Town, Khekiho Zhimomi Road, Ikishe Stretch and bottling of mineral water Model Village, Dimapur and Up-gradation submitted by Minister for PHE were the of Montessory Nursery School, Zeliangrong main agendas during the meeting. In regard Village, Dimapur was also recommended. to road reservation of national highway Departmental activities of Agriculture and stretch, Tokheho, expressed concern over Horticulture under Dimapur District were the encroachment of roadside by different also presented during the meeting. individuals leaving no reservation for future developmental activities. He therefore felt the need for some corrective and TUENSANG DPDB MEETING precautionary measures. He further asked Tuensang District Planning and the administration not to issue any patta Development Meeting held on 5th November without proper verification and not to allow 2016 at DC’s Conference Hall Tuensang. any construction works to be done in the The Deputy Commissioner and the Vice roadside without the permission of the Chairman of DP&DB conducted the meeting. administration to make sure that enough The meeting was attended by the District reservation is kept for future developmental Administrative officers, Police Services, activities. Other District officers, NGOs and security On bottling of mineral water, Minister services. said that construction of deep tube well by the The meeting reviewed the previous bottling industry besides many households meeting minutes, where the report of opting for tube wells may cause problem in the concern officer on public grievances the future. He observed that the households on the new Billing system of the District having ring wells are not getting enough water. was discussed and summarized with the He therefore suggested some restrictions to implementation of the new tariff system of be imposed on excessive ground water uses the electrical billing in the district. as precautionary measures for the interest of The proposal on the registration and general public. The board resolved to set up the renewal of the societies were discussed a committee to verify the matter. basing on the documents submitted and The board approved the registration of decided to forward to the Tuensang District The Acts Institute, Lutshumi Union, Dimapur, Local Taxi Drivers Union for the registration Barefoot Welfare Society, Diphupar Village, and Ebenezer Mission Society, Chare Town Charis Society, Padumphukuri, Wosenro Self for the renewal. The Warrior -36- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -37- The Warrior KOHIMA DISHA QUARTERLY departments to submit their quarterly MEETING reports in a standard reporting format based on the programme being implemented by The Kohima District Development the respective departments. Coordination and Monitoring Committees (DDCMC) (DISHA Committee) held its 3rd MANGKOLEMBA SUB-DIVISION quarterly meeting under the chairmanship of Co-Chairman, Rajya Sabha MP, K. G. Kenye at INTER-RANGE VOLLEYBALL DC’s Conference Hall on 4thNovember 2016. TOURNAMENT Minister for Social welfare, Kiyanilie Peseyie A two-day Mangkolemba Sub-Division and Deputy Commissioner, Kohima, Rovilatuo Inter-Range Volleyball Tournament was Mor IAS were also present in the meeting. organized by Mangkolemba Ao Lanur The Co-Chairman of the DISHA Telongjem on 3rd November, 2016, to Committee, K.G Kenye chairing the meeting commemorate the 25th year of the ADC said that the district DISHA committee Headquarter, Mangkolemba where Director, meeting was considered an important Industries & Commerce, GON, Bendangliba committee at the Ministry level, which Tzudir was the chief guest. At the closing reviews the progress report of flagship programme, the Special Guest was Executive programmes under the Ministry of Rural Engineer, PWD National Highway Division 11 Development implemented by various Mokokchung, Chubatoshi. development departments in the State. On Jal The first prize was bagged by Japukong Marg Vikash Project (Inland Water Ways), the Range while the second prize went to Loyung MP, Kenye informed the house that the Inland Range. A Raffle Draw was also organised in Waterways of India has identified three river aid of the Silver Jubilee Celebration. streams namely Tizu, Dhansiri and Doyang rivers in the state of Nagaland as National KU & KNSK CHEN UNIT Waterways. He further informed that Tizu river has been recently identified to be taken CELEBRATE SILVER JUBILEE up as Super Waterways by the Government of Konyak Union and Konyak Nyupuh India. He said that a proposal for constitution Sheko Khong Chen Unit celebrated its Silver of State Inland Waterways Board has been Jubilee from 3rd to 4th November 2016, with proposed to the State Government and Minister of RD & REPA, CL John as the Chief expressed his optimism that the Board would Guest with the theme “Striding in Unity.” be constituted, which would be a dedicated The Chief Guest while addressing the Committee for further necessary actions. programme congratulated the pioneers, The meeting reviewed the last meeting leaders of KU and KNSK, individuals and minutes and discussed the presentation of participants, who led the society over the flagship programmes implemented at the years. He also thanked God for the love and district level by various departments. blessing upon the people and urged the The DC & Member Secretary DISHA people to forgive and forget on the occasion Committee also requested concerned of jubilee. He encouraged the people The Warrior -36- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -37- The Warrior on Sexual Harassment at the Workplace’ was held at Nagaland University, Hq Lumami on 4th November 2016. The program was organized and sponsored by Zunheboto District Legal Service Authority (ZDLSA) in collaboration with Cell for Elimination of Sexual Harassment, Nagaland University, Lumami. Minister of RD and REPA C.L. John and Parliamentary Speaking on the Secretary, CAWD Y.M. Yollow Konyak during the Silver Jubilee occasion, Vice-Chancellor, KU and KNSK Chen Unit on 4th Nov. 2016 at Chen Town. Nagaland University, Prof. to inculcate humility in oneself. He also N.S. Jamir said that one of the most important encouraged the people to fear God, lean on issues in today’s modern society is Gender the gospel of Christ and prepare themselves Equality and that progress in society can for the Golden Jubilee with hard work and be measured by the wellness and status corruption free in the society. of women. He added that Indian society Parliamentary Secretary CAWD, Yollow still lacks justice when it comes to women. Konyak who graced the cultural programme ‘Gender Inequality is one of the factors why as the chief guest also congratulated the India continues to remain backward,’ the leaders of KU and KNSK Chen unit. W. Vice-Chancellor stated. Wangyuh Konyak Ex. MP and Vice President District and Sessions Judge (D&SJ), Konyak Union also spoke on the occasion. Zunheboto, Niechochiyi Suyie in his keynote Rev. AM Sheipa dedicated address said that women’s right is a the Silver Jubilee Monolith. Rev. Methjen, fundamental and basic human rights. Finance Secretary KBBB and Rev. Yeangphong, At the first session, the discussion was Church & Evangelism Secretary KBBB were on the topic “Gender Equality and Women’s the speakers while Rev. M. Manshok, Pastor Right” where the resource person, Legal Aid Longchang Baptist Church, dedicated the Counsel cum Trainer, NSLSA, Esther K. Aye Jubilee Hall. commented that discrimination of women starts even before a girl child is born and LEGAL AWARENESS CUM that, our state being a patriarch society, SENSITIZATION PROGRAM AT discrimination starts from family itself. NU, LUMAMI At the second session, Limasenla Longkumer, Legal Aid Counsel cum Trainer , A one day legal awareness cum NSLSA spoke on ‘ Sexual Harassment At The sensitization program on “Gender Equality Workplace’ where she lamented that most and Women’s Right with Special Focus of the legislation passed by the Parliament The Warrior -38- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -39- The Warrior remains only in paper. PEREN DPDB MEETING The last session witnessed an The monthly Peren DPDB meeting interaction with faculties and students was held on 7th November, 2016 under where Asst. Prof. Monalisa Tase and Retainer the Vice chairmanship and DC, Zarenthung Lawyer, Tovi Yeptho moderated the event. Ezung. The Chairman welcomed all the members present and newly posted officers PHEK DISTRICT CHESS namely DPO, Land Resources, Puthuto CHAMPIONSHIP Natso, Imliwapang Imchen GM, DIC and R. The Phek District Chess Championship Mhonlumi Yanthan, Vice Principal GHSS, 9th meet inaugural programme was held on 4th Peren. November 2016 at Phek Town Council Hall with CMO, Dr. Meren gave a power point MLA, Kuzholuzo Nienu as the Chief Guest. presentation on District Health Unit under Speaking during the inaugural function, Peren district where he mentioned that the chief guest expressed gratitude to Phek there is only one district hospital, one District Chess Association for organising CHC, eight PHCs and sixteen sub-centres in the district. District hospital Peren has the chess competition event in the district 50 bedded hospital with around 3307 OPD and also extended his happiness over a cases reported during the last 6 months large number of people turned out for the (April to September) participation. He also asked the association Sericulture and Horticulture presented to encourage the younger generation their departmental activities while the so that good result will fabricate at the department of PHE, DIC and Soil have been higher level. The inaugural function was asked to present their department activities chaired by Shekhotso Rhakho and Ngutsolo in the next meeting. The Chairman also Asst. Pastor Phek Town Baptist Church reminded that a satellite tagged Amur falcon invoked God’s blessing. Welcome address named ‘Intangki’ was released by the Chief by President Phek District Chess Association Minister of Nagaland, T.R Zeliang on 4th while special appearance by Avethilu. Adu November 2016 at Beisumpuikam. In this vero pronounced the tournament rules regard, he urged the board members to after which the chief guest declared the sensitize the public about its importance and tournament open. preservation so as to ensure its safe return from Siberia.

KIPHIRE DPDB MEETING The monthly meeting of Kiphire District Planning & Development Board was held on 5th November, 2016 at DC’s Conference Hall MLA Kuzholuzo Nienu speaking at the Kiphire. The meeting was chaired by Minister Phek District Chess Championship on 4th of Power and Chairman DPDB Kiphire, Kipili November 2016 at Phek Town Council Hall. Sangtam. The Warrior -38- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -39- The Warrior LADP 2016-17 was discussed in the meeting. However, due to finalization of the LAPD 2016-2017, the Board decided to either find a possible source of funding or accommodate the same during 2017-18.The Board also decided to urge the government for posting of District Forest Officer (Territorial) at Kiphire. The Board asked the SDEO to verify and submit Minister of Power & Chairman DPDB Kiphire, Kipili its report to Pungro Sub-division with Sangtam addressing the monthly meeting at DC’s regard to the proposal for opening of conference Hall Kiphire on 5th November 2016. G.P.S at Amekiuro & Kiuro villages. The resolution forwarded by The Deputy Commissioner and Vice- the Home department to ENPO with regard Chairman DPDB welcomed all the members to the Banning of Sovereign Republic of present and expressed his gratitude to Freeland was read out by the vice chairman Minister for Power & Chairman of DPDB for precautionary measures and public Kiphire for his valuable presence. He also awareness. The Environment, Forest & introduced the newly posted member Climate Change Department presented its District Statistical Officer, Akangjongshi activities report in the meeting. Chang to the board. The Minister & Chairman DPDB MANGKOLEMBA SDPDB reminded the house that most of the decisions taken by the DPDB get approved MEETING however, it remain static in the Offices at The Monthly Mangkolemba SDPDB the state level. He therefore, invited the meeting was held on 5th November concerned officers to be responsible and 2016 at ADC’s conference Hall under the follow the DPDB approved proposals for Chairmanship of ADC Mangkolemba, further approval from the Government. For Imtiwapang Aier. He expressed his sincere the betterment of the district, the Minister thanks to all the members for the success urged the members to approach him at any of the Inter Range Volley-Ball Tournament. time without any reservation. SDO (C) Alemyapang Longchar shared about Proposal for opening of new school his experiences he has come across while SGEUL AOIBHNEACH School Kiphire and up- distributing supply rice- the Food Security gradation of St. Luke School, Longmatra from Act at Longchem. He said that people buy Cl. 4 to Cl. 5 were discussed and approved by rice at an exorbitant rate, due to ignorance the Board and decided to recommend to the of rates offered by the government. The government for necessary action. public including that of the village councils Proposal for purchase of traditional were asked to transfer their SBI accounts attires by the DB’s Union under funding of to SBI Mangkolemba. To guide and to know The Warrior -40- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -41- The Warrior the status of schools in the sub-division, the The representation from the ADC asked the SDEO to constitute a Village Joint Council Asukiqa Area was received Education Coordination Committee. requesting for construction of an auditorium at GHS Asukiqa. The house also discussed BHARAT SCOUTS & GUIDES PHEK on awarding commendation certificates OBSERVES FOUNDATION DAY to government employees who rendered exemplary and commendable service The Bharat Scouts & Guides, Phek beyond the call of duty. The departments District observed its foundation day on 7th have been requested to bring such cases November 2016 at DC’s residence, Phek to the house with recommendation. The Speaking on the occasion, the DC house also decided to remind the Power and President BS&G Phek expressed his department for allotment of street light in happiness for bringing back the Bharat Pughoboto town. It may be mentioned that Scouts & Guides in the District. He challenged consumers pay for the street light in the the young Scouters & Guiders to be helpful, monthly bill but Pughoboto town does not discipline and prosperous in the society. have a single street light connection. The newly inducted district officials The DCVO highlighted the need for included SDO (C) Vekusheyi Rhakho, YRO construction of a new office building which Vineikholie, DEO Nuchisalu Nienu, SDEO the members agreed to recommend and Neichulou Tsuzu and the lady wife of DC forward to the government for necessary Phek Rüvole Chotso. action. The Adhoc Town Council Chairman National Anthem was presented by lamented on the poor functioning of the Bharat Scouts & Guides while Nuvesayi Community Health Centre and its staff Hoshi, Phek Unit Vice President of Bharat and suggested that the attendance and Scouts & Guides led the programme. The functioning of the department should function was attended by a host of District improve in the interest of public welfare. Officers & DBs. KHEKAHO GRACES 1st ALL PUGHOBOTO SDPDB MEETING SUMI OPEN BADMINTON Pughoboto SDPB meeting for the CHAMPIONSHIP month of November was held on 7th The inaugural function of the 1st All November 2016 under the chairmanship of Sumi Open Badminton Championship was Minister for Roads & Bridges and Chairman graced by Parliamentary Secretary, IPR, SDPDB Pughoboto, Vikheho Swu. The house Khekaho Assumi as the Chief Guest at Indoor deliberated on the postal services and the Stadium, Zunheboto on 8th November 2016. inconveniences faced by the citizens and Exhorting the participants, Khekaho government departments. In this regard, encouraged the participants to play in the house decided to write to the Director, true sportsmanship so as to venture at Postal Services to request for a full fledged the state and national level. He also urged Post Office at Pughoboto town. the participants to maintain discipline The Warrior -40- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -41- The Warrior for recommendation, registration of VON-JEN school of music Wokha, up gradation of Government High School Sungro to that of Government Higher Secondary School, registration of Class-1 Contractors’ Union Wokha District. Parliamentary Secretary IPR, Khekaho Assumi during the Representative from inaugural function of 1st Sumi Open Badmintion Championship at Indoor Stadium, Zunheboto. State Resource Centre for Women Nagaland apprised and sincerity in all their endeavours. He about the introduction of Women helpline mentioned that NEC has earmarked for 181, where 24 hours toll-free telecom service construction of District Sports Complex at to women affected by violence and seeking Zunheboto. support and information will be provided. He encouraged the Zunheboto District During the meeting, the Lotha Badminton Association (ZDBA) to strive Hoho also raised the issue concerning the higher by organizing State Open Badminton restoration of High Mast Street Lamp located Tournament in future. Earlier, the program in three locations in the town which are now was chaired by Inato Zhimo while Toniho lying non-functional. In this regard, the board Chishi delivered Presidential address, decided to approach the elected Legislators special presentation by Ellie Sumi and oath in the district as to how funds are to be taking was administered by member NBA, mobilised for restoration of the high mast Hukato Shohe. The Parliamentary Secretary street lamp. Power and Labour Department was accompanied by ADC Zunheboto, presented their department activities. Nungsangmenla Imchen; Commandant, 5th Assam Rifles, Sachit Suri, Addl SP, Relo Aye BHARAT SCOUTS & GUIDES and a host of officials. OBSERVES FOUNDATION DAY WOKHA DPDB MEETING T h e 6 6 t h Fo u n d at i o n d ay o f Mokokchung District Bharat Scouts & The monthly District Planning and Guides was held at the office premises of Development Board meeting was held on District Youth Resources, Mokokchung on 9th November, 2016 at DC’s Conference Hall, 7th November 2016. Wokha. The meeting was chaired by ADC, Exhorting the gathering on the Wokha Thavaseelan IAS. occasion, District Youth Resources Officer, During the meeting, the board K. Libemo Jami said “Scouts and Guides approved the following agendas to be movement was initiated to inculcate the forwarded to the concerned departments spirit of voluntary service in students.” Jami The Warrior -42- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -43- The Warrior the minister impressed upon the student not to destroy or deface any school property which is belonging to them to acquire the knowledge from the teachers. The GHS Pughoboto school building established in 1945 whereas the school building was constructed in years 1971- 72, which was neglected over a year’s wherein the minister for R&B has been concerned much to the areas peoples. DYRO Mokokchung along with other officials on the Repairs and renovation and occasion of 66th Bharat Scouts & Guides Foundation Day painting of school building Celebration at Mokokchung on 7th November 2016. was done through community also mentioned that the overall personality and participation initiated by the school development of the students are enhanced managing board headed by ADC, Pughoboto. through extra-curricular activities. Minister from this assembly constituency Delivering a short speech on had further funded the repairs of ceiling, the significance of the day, ADOC (S), construction of school fencing, benches and Nungsanglemba mentioned that the Bharat desk for old school building. Scouts and Guides was established on November 7, 1950 by merging Boy Scouts ZUNHEBOTO DPDB MEETING Association India, the Hindustan Scouts Association and the Girl Guides Association. The Zunheboto District Planning and The Bharat Scouts and Guides is recognized by Development Board (DPDB) meeting was held the World Organization of Scouts Movement at DC’s Conference Hall on 8th November, and the World Association of Girl Guides and 2016. The Chairman DPDB and Parliamentary Girl Scouts. The programme was chaired by Secretary, Soil and Water Conservation, Scout Master Purtoshi while the invocation Pukhayi Assumi chaired the meeting. was pronounced by DTC, Jongpongla. The meeting reviewed on the proposed visit of Governor of Nagaland, PB Acharya to Zunheboto wherein the Y. VIKHEHO VISITS GHS chairman asked all HODs to attend the PUGHOBOTO function without fail. ADC, Zunheboto, Minister for Road & Bridges Y.Vikheho Nungsangmenla Imchen also asked all HODs Swu visited the Government High School to prepare a report of their departmental accompanied by the ADC, Pughoboto on 7th activities during the Governor’s visit. November 2016. Parliamentary Secretary, Information Addressing to the school assembly, and Public Relations (IPR), Khekaho Assumi The Warrior -42- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -43- The Warrior T h e s p e a k e r highlighted on the importance of generating income with low capital investment and emphasized the practice of sericulture to generate employment for the family. He also encouraged the farmers to Parliamentary Secretary and Chairman DPDB, Pukhayi Assumi form SHG in the village to along with Parliamentary Secretary IPR, Khekaho Assumi at the work together for increasing Zunheboto DPDB meeting at DC’s Conference Hall. their cocoon production. The program was also spoke on the dilapidated conditions chaired by District Sericulture Officer Kohima, of Circuit House and District Civil Hospital, Mhianizoto Meyase while S.O, Sanjai Rai Zunheboto where the board after thorough delivered the keynote address where he deliberation approved renovation of Circuit shared on the importance of maintaining House under LADP Common Pool and quality cocoon and its scope for fetching forwarded the proposal for construction higher income. of Civil Hospital. With regard to HODs The program was followed by who remains absent, the chairman said demonstration on sorting out of cocoons strict disciplinary action will be initiated in and its transaction, where the Speaker future against the absentees. Pukhayi and inaugurated the transaction process. The Khekaho also requested the legislators under sericulture farmers were paid in cash for the Zunheboto district to contribute their ideas cocoons produced. and policies by attending the DPDB Meeting. Medical Superintendent, District Hospital, PHEK DPDB MEETING Dr.Kheshito Zhimo also spoke on the present status of Civil Hospital, Zunheboto on The Phek DPDB monthly meeting for which he will be presenting a PowerPoint the month of November 2016 was held on presentation in January 2017. Vote of thanks 10th November 2016 at DC’s conference hall, was proposed by the Chairman. Phek. The chairman DPDB and Parliamentary Secretary for Higher Education & Technical Education, Deo Nukhu welcomed all the DISTRICT SERICULTURE OFFICE members followed by reviewing of the last ORGANIZES COCOON MELA meeting minutes. He also introduced and District Sericulture Office Kohima welcomed the new members. During the organised a “Cocoon Mela” on 10th meeting, the house discussed and resolved November, 2016 at Gorkha Panchayat Hall, to repair the road from Phek town to Losami Chandmari, Kohima with DAO & PD ATMA, village. Horticulture and Social Welfare Vizonyü as the speaker. presented their department activities. The Warrior -44- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -45- The Warrior football in our state. He maintained that sports is an essential component of human resource development and our society have to provide an excellent opportunity for our youngster to develop their sporting skills which would equip them with the right mindset and values for a world of continuous and dynamic change. Further, DC also said that the primary objective of conducting inter departmental badminton tournament Parliamentary Secy. HE&TE, Deo Nukhu is to provide a platform where the officers addressing the Phek DPDB members and the staff of different department get to mingle and interact with one another. TOBU SDPDB MEETING Guest of honour for the closing function was Superintendent of Police, T h e Sub-Divisional P l a n n i n g Peren, V. John who gave away the cash prizes Development Board (SDPDB) meeting was along with citation to the winners, runners- held on 10th November, 2016 at ADC’s up and all the participants. conference hall Tobu under the chairmanship Anozo Viswentso (Jail) emerged of ADC & Vice Chairman SDPDB Tobu, A. winner in the Men’s Single category while Zibenthung Kithan. The chairman welcomed Chungkhokai Singson (SDEO) bagged as all the head of offices present in the meeting. Runner’s up. Nengneihoi Singson and Aziliu After reviewing the last meeting minutes, bagged 1st and 2nd position respectively in the house unanimously resolved to connect the Women’s Single category. pipeline source at Community Health Centre Competitors from 20 Department Tobu and Poyang post 6 NAP ‘E’ Company participated in the tournament. A total of Tobu. 87 players comprised of 64 men’s and 23 women’s took part in the tournament. 3rd PEREN DISTRICT INTER DEPARTMENTAL BADMINTON Y. PATTON GRACES THUWU-NI TOURNAMENT FESTIVAL The 3rd Peren District Inter Thousands of people gathered for the Departmental Badminton Tournament was 3rd edition of Thuwu- ni Festival Pughoboto held from 10th to 11th November 2016 at for three days from 14 to 16 November, Indoor Stadium, Jalukie Town with Deputy which was inaugurated by the Home Minister Commissioner, pEREN, Zarenthung Ezung as Y.Patton at football ground, Pughboto town the Chief Guest. on 14th November 2016. Speaking at the inaugural function, Speaking as the chief guest, the Deputy Commissioner said Badminton minister urged the citizens of Pughoboto to is the second most played sports after forgive and forget the past misunderstanding The Warrior -44- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -45- The Warrior INDUCTION TRAINING PROGRAMME ON DOPT BEGINS The inaugural function of the 12 day DOPT sponsored induction training programme for the newly recruited Group-B & C State Government employees of Wokha district began on 15th November, 2016 at DC’s conference hall, Wokha with ADC, Wokha Hotolu Swu as the Guest of Honour. Addressing the trainees, the Home Minister Y. Patton graces Ahuna Festival at Guest of honour appealed to the Pughoboto on 14th November 2016 trainees to be attentive and try to gain maximum benefit and to disseminate and go forward with unity through this information to fellow staff and friends to great festival celebration. The Home carry out their assigned task effectively. He minister also inaugurated the stalls put up also urged the resource persons to impart by all the villages under the Pughoboto optimum knowledge to the trainees so that division. He also gave away the prize to they don’t go empty handed. the traditional fire making winners in Course Co-coordinator for ITP, Wokha presence of the R&B minister. Yeshito from district, Dr. Rongsen Longkumer while giving Heboli village bagged the first and second a brief introduction of the programme said, prize was awarded to Khulu from Kitami employees are still following the old trends Village. in spite of numerous changes taking place in The significance of Ahuna was narrated terms of technology. In order to bring about by the President Sumi Aphuyemi Hoho Inavi changes in the citizens delivery system such Swu. Ahuna is a traditional Post-Harvest programmes are organised to sensitise the festival of the sumis to signify the celebration employees, he said. He also urged them of the season’s harvest in thanksgiving for to take the training programme seriously good fortune in the New Year. as it is related to both Central and State Honouring the festival, Anthem in government programmes. Sumi dialect was sung by the participants. The training was organised by During this fervent moment, traditional Administrative Training Institute, Nagaland blessing from Natsumi peoples was refreshed Kohima in collaboration with District the minds of the participants. Culture Administration. Topics like Personal presentation by the Ghokimi village as one effectiveness, personnal & organisational of the most grant performer during the first values, qualities of an excellent employees, day events. Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, citizen centric The Warrior -46- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -47- The Warrior behaviour, E-governance & ICT, problem he urged them to adopt the same as our solving and decision making, managing forefathers had practiced in the olden days. conflicts, leadership and team building, time He also expressed his happiness as the management, stress management and goal Nagaland Entrepreneurs’ Association (NEA) setting will be covered during the 12 day is keen to work hand in hand with the people training programme. Besides soft skills and of Pughoboto. He proposed to intensify maintenance of service, accounts and office and take up new initiatives under Thuwu-ni matters field visitation will also be a part of Pughoboto in 2017. He also extended his the training. thanks to Kavili Swu for introducing Nagaland designers’ Association to Pughoboto besides KILOMI VILLAGE, THE Gloria Tep, Ketholeno Kense, Guru Rewben CLEANEST VILLAGE UNDER Mashangva and other participants. The Guest of honour, said that our PUGHOBOTO economy was self-sufficient in the past On the second day of Thuwu-ni 3rd but unfortunately we are now living under edition, the Kilomi village was declared the subsistence agriculture. Therefore, he cleanest village for the year 2016 under encouraged the people to change their Pughoboto sub-division and awarded rupees mindset and urged them not to depend only five lakhs under the LADF 2016-17. The CEO on the government but to struggle and sweat Entrepreneurs Associates Neichute Doulo themselves for better avenues. He also who was the Guest of honour gave away the assured to assist the people of Pughoboto. certificate and a cheque to the village council Yanpvuo Kikon who introduced the chairman in the presence of Minister R&B cycle race to the people of Pughoboto Y.Vikheho Swu at the Local Ground on 15th appreciated the Minister for taking initiative November, 2016. and organising such event. In race, Isamul Delivering the Thuwu-ni-Recap, from Shillong lifted the 1st prize with cups Minister, R&B who was the Convenor of the and a cash of Rs. 30000/-. Alemba, Kohima festival said this journey began in 2014 to and Raj Kaushal from Himachal Pradesh re-discover, reclaim and revive our cultural awarded Rs. 20000/, and 10000/- as second heritage in the truest sense. It is to equip and third respectively. ourselves in order to cope with the demands of the times and to adapt ourselves with the KOHIMA DPDB DAY OUT HELD fast changing world. He also said traditional AT PHRIEBAZÜ, KOHIMA folk songs, dances, games, legends need to continue so as to enthrall the people. He VILLAGE also apprised young educated Pughoboto The Kohima District Planning and entrepreneurs that there is a need to Development Board held its Day Out and balance between traditional practices of annual get-together at Medical College site, self-sufficient to that of modern methods Phriebazü, P. Khel Kohima Village on 15th of surplus produce. Keeping in mind the November 2016. importance of organic system of farming, Deputy Commissioner & Vice Chairman The Warrior -46- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -47- The Warrior of DPDB Kohima in his exhortation stated During the occasion, the monthly that DPDB forum was a potential platform DPDB meeting for the month of November for every district officers and requested all was also held under the chairmanship of the members to take full advantage of the Deputy Commissioner Kohima, Rovilatuo platform and take active role in its activities. Mor, IAS. The meeting reviewed the last He said that the departmental presentation meeting minutes and deliberated on the in the forum enables various departments to following agenda: On Formation of District create awareness on its activities among the Development Coordination and Monitoring members and the society as well and further Committee, the meeting decided to entrust hoped that this would strengthen and make the matter to the Core Committee for more effective to carry out its activities in examination and submit their commands respective areas. in the next DPDB meeting. The meeting Kohima Village Council Chairman, also decided to approve eight applicants Medoselhou Keretsü and Chairman P. Khel, for newly registration of society which Kohima Village, Kruyie Pienyü also addressed were verified by the concerned verifying the gathering. officers to the Government. The verifying The program was chaired by Additional officers from the district administration Deputy Commissioner, Lithrongla Tongpi also shared their experiences faced during who also delivered the welcome address verification where the board decided to the while Phezoucha Baptist Church Pastor, committees to come up with proper criteria Keduoneituo Yhome invoked God’s blessing and guidelines for verification so that the for the program, Cultural Vibrant from P. DPDB may approve for further necessary Khel Kohima Village presented a folk song action. Various Adoption Committees were and vote of thanks was proposed by DPRO entrusted to present its report in the next Kohima, Ruopfulenuo Mepfhüo. DPDB Meeting.

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DC & Vice Chairman Kohima DPDB Rovilatuo Mor, IAS and KVC Chairman, Medoselhou Keretsü with Kohima DPEB Members during its Day Out and Annual Get Together at Medical College site, Phriebazü. P. Khel kohima on 15th November 2016. The Warrior -48- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -49- The Warrior AHUNA FESTIVAL. Yitachu said that our Naga traditional and cultural systems and life style is totally The Sumi tribe celebrated Ahuna at different from others. The advent of British Aghunato town on 14th November, 2016 missionary in 1872 had brought education, with Parliamentary Secretary for Soil and he said and highlighted about the Naga water conservation, Pukhayi Assumi as the conversion to Christianity, Government Chief Guest. establishment in 1855 etc. Displaying Addressing the gathering, the Chief different items in the festival is to preserve Guest called upon to remind themselves of our identity and to promote to go forward the discipline and loyalty of their forefathers with unity, he said while apprising the Naga and urged them to nurture those values. people to take one political decision and Emphasizing on the significance of preserving acknowledge the Government of India for their culture, he said “If we lose our culture, our rights of political peaceful solution. He we lose our identity and our society would said that through the initiative of Y.Vikheho be lost.” He mentioned about the various and cooperation of public with zeal, the developmental projects including the festival has been progressing. retrieving of the SBI and up-gradation of the Along with the Minister, Aghunato Town Committee which he said Parliamentary Secretaries, officials the guest would be materialized soon. of honour also visited all the stalls put up by President Aghunato Area GBs the Department of Horticulture. All the 24 Association, Kuhoje Achumi delivered the stalls were from the Pughoboto area villages. welcome note while Nitovi Assumi shared He also witnessed the entertainment and on the significance of Ahuna. Earlier, Pastor competition final events. Executive Secretary ATBC said the invocation prayer while Khehoi SABAK Rev. P.Hotokhu Zhimo rendered the pronounced the benediction. closing ceremony prayer followed by the In the cultural session, Lukikhe/ anthem. Shevishe village presented folk dance. The following villages namely Thokihimi, Lizutomi, Hoshepu, Khumishi presented I&FC PARLIAMENTARY cultural items. Yimchunger cultural group SECRETARY INTERACTS WITH also performed a folk dance. DEPARTMENT STAFF Parliamentary Secretary for Irrigation 3rd EDITION OF THUWUNI and Flood Control (I&FC), N. Jacob Zhimomi CONCLUDES AT PUGHOBOTO visited I&FC office on 17th November 2016 The 3rd edition of the three day and interacted with the staffs. During his Thuwuni concluded at Pughoboto was interactions the Parliamentary Secretary concluded with the Minister for School encouraged them to be more sincere Education, SCERT Yitachu at the local ground in their work and serve the public with on 16th November 2016. transparency. He said that he is in touch Speaking at the closing ceremony, with the Union Minister, Water Resources, Uma Bharti for funds and other projects The Warrior -48- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -49- The Warrior for the State. Jacob lamented that a new Er. Huska Yeptho thanked the Parliamentary concept was started by the Ministry of Secretary for his concern for the district Water Resources, Government of India and submitted a proposal for construction where the projects has to be implemented of staff quarters which is a long felt need. in an integrated manner with Agri and Allied Renovation of Office building and shortage departments to yield maximum benefits of staffs which is hampering the smooth for the beneficiaries vis-a-viz Community functioning of office were also highlighted oriented projects . whereby the Parliamentary Secretary Major irrigation project in the agreed in principle to look into the matter district will be taken up where there is a on priority. Vice President, Sumi Hoho, requirement at strategic river locations for Khehoshe Yepthomi, DSO, Lhokiye, and other the benefit pertaining to the agri and allied dignitaries accompanied the Parliamentary sectors to increase agricultural activities Secretary. and to boost agro economy, stated Jacob. Expressing his concern over development ALL INDIA COOPERATIVE WEEK projects, Parliamentary Secretary urged the AT PHEK officials to earmark projects only to genuine beneficiaries so that development will be The 63th All India Cooperative week visible and is people oriented. was held at Phek Town Council on18th Nov. Jacob also said the State government, 2016 with Deputy Commissioner, Phek, under the leadership of T.R. Zeliang who Murohu Chotso as the chief guest. Speaking is also a member of CSS under NITI Aayog, on the occasion, he said that we need to many projects have been made grassroot improve in all fields so that we can catch up oriented and is under consideration which with the rest of the world. He called upon the should be appreciated and supported by the attendees to be serious in this venture where people. department has given due importance for Executive Engineer, I & FC, Zunheboto, betterment of our society. While wishing the Department for successful implementation of the programme, he called upon the gathering to take appropriate method for implementation of the project. He also said that there may be many registered societies but it should be for the betterment of society and asked them to upgrade oneself in Parliamentary Secretary for Irrigation and Flood Control order to improve in all areas. He (I&FC), N. Jacob Zhimomi during his visit to I&FC office, further advised the gathering to Zunheboto on 17th November 2016. maintain accounts properly and The Warrior -50- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -51- The Warrior get it audited yearly to have transparency for coaching or not?, How to prepare along in all financial transactions. He also advised with your studies or job, other high paying the co-operative societies to work as a or remunerative career options, why do you team. want to join government service?, Avenues The programme was chaired by of IAS/UPSC and NCS/NPSC, General Career Thungchanbeni Patton, ARCS, Phek. Guidance was also interacted in the open forum. CAREER GUIDANCE AND The Programme was chaired by Neilezo COUNSELLING PROGRAMME Tep, SDO (Civil) and organised by the District Administration Kohima. HELD AT KOHIMA The Orientation Programme on ‘How ADC MANGKOLEMBA to approach Civil Services Exam’ (UPSC COMMEMORATES SILVER JUBILEE and NPSC) was conducted with Kethosituo Sekhose, NCS, SDO (C) Sadar Kohima , In commemoration of 25 years of M.A. Shihab, IAS, Joint Secretary Power ADC Head Quarter, Marathon Race was Department and Reny Wilfred IAS, Assistant organized by the Mangkolemba Adhoc Commissioner Kohima as the resource Town Committee and all Ward Councils, persons on 19th Nov.2016 at DC’s Conference Mangkolemba in which 93 men and 32 Hall, Kohima. women participated. Emphasizing on the importance of time Under the men’s category, the 1st management in students life, Kethosituo Prize was bagged by Chubawati with a cash Sekhose, said that “one thing that is available prize of Rs. 10,000 while the second prize on us equally is time” and urged upon the was bagged by Lakhi with a cash prize of Rs. students to spend their time wisely in order 6,000 and the third prize by Limayapang with to achieve their goal. He also expressed his a cash prize of Rs. 4000. happiness that young minds are coming The 1st prize for women went to forward even outside the state capital and Toshirenla with a cash prize of Rs. 5000 while progress in any field. the second prize went to Tiajungla with M.A Shihab IAS, while sharing his cash prize of Rs. 3000 and the third prize to experiences and challenges appealed to the Chubainla with cash prize of Rs. 2000. students to find out their dreams in achieving their goal and career. He also asked them to T.R ZELIANG FLAGS OFF work silently, adding that success will make FRIENDSHIP MOTOR RALLY AT enough noise. Reny Wilfred IAS encouraged KHOUCHIEZIE the students to avail the opportunities through their hard work and to decide their Chief Minister of Nagaland, T.R. future career. Zeliang flagged off the Friendship Motor Rally The topics covered by the resource at Khouchiezie (Local Ground), Kohima on persons included How to approach UPSC/ 22nd November, 2016. The Friendship Motor NPSC, Books, tips, and tricks, Whether to go Rally started from India Gate, Delhi and will The Warrior -50- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -51- The Warrior conclude at Bangkok on 2nd December importance of the cooperative societies and 2016. its necessities to bring the economic growth With an objective to improve in the society. Asst. Registar cooperative connectivity by road in the South East Asian societies Tuensang, Akhang Jongshi gave the region and to sensitise the stakeholders of introductory speech. India, Myanmar and Thailand Motor Vehicle President Tuensang Viagra Citizens Agreement regarding potential benefits of Union, H. Wongto and Board of Director such a regulatory regime, the rally caravan Nagaland State cooperative Banks, S. will cover a distance of 5,722 km along the Yemba also delivered short speeches in the IMT Trilateral Highway. programme. About 80 participants from all three countries in 20 Indian made vehicles TSEMINYU DEPARTMENTAL including a team from Nagaland are taking COORDINATION MEETING part in the rally. Ceremonial flag off will also be Tseminyu Departmental Coordination held in other cities and state capitals meeting was held on 24th November enroute like Imphal, Began and Yangoon 2016 at ADC conference hall under the in Myanmar and Bangkok in Thailand. The chairmanship of ADC Tseminyu, Vikhweno rally hoped to further cement cultural and Meratsu. The meeting discussed Tseminyu economic ties among the three nations Town Council electioneering matters where and highlight the potential benefits of the ADC and AERO Tseminyu informed the connectivity and integration in the region departmental officers to submit the list of and in keeping with Indian’s focus on its staff employees with their contact numbers close neighbouhood. and their village name to ADC office at the Earlier, on 21st November 2016 earliest. Parliamentary Secretary for Youth Resources Earlier a meeting was held at & Sports, Khriehu Liezietsu along with ADC conference hall on demonetization department officials accorded a warm conducted by the Joint Secretary, Minority welcome to the participants of the motor Affairs, Government of India, J. Alam IAS. rally. The meeting was held with GBs, village council chairmen, VDB Secretary of adjoining 63rd ALL INDIA COOPERATIVE villages and departmental officers of Tseminyu. J. Alam IAS said that the objective WEEK HELD AT TUENSANG of demonetization is to remove corruption “Role of cooperative in sustainable in the country. He urged upon the gathering development growth” was the theme of not to involve in illegal transaction through the 63rd All India Cooperative Week held at their bank accounts during the process of Panchayat Hall, Tuensang Village. demonetization which is for short period of Deputy Registrar Kohima, Lirise time. Alam commented that different value Sangtam who was the speaker of the of currency notes will be available from programme highlighted the scope and everywhere. The Warrior -52- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -53- The Warrior UJLA SCHEME LAUNCHED Village Council chairman from AT PHEK Lozaphuhu and Phek Basa also spoke on the occasion where they thanked The launching of UJLA scheme, the government for launching the Phek was held at Phek on 28th November programme. Distribution ceremony of 2016 which was launched by Phek Deputy LED bulbs was done by Phek DC where Commissioner, Murohu Chotso. hundreds of bulbs were given away to Speaking on the occasion, he said that the village leaders. we need to use less power where we need to give our best support in order to achieve where all the sections of people need to give their best cooperation so that our target is fulfilled in this venture. He also mentioned on the importance of using florescent bulbs as it consumes less power than others. He thanked the neighboring villages for their cooperation in this venture where Lozaphuhu and Phek Basa Village were declared the first villages with Deputy Commissioner, Phek, Murohu Chotso launching the LED Bulbs. UJLA scheme at Phek on 28th November 2016. The Warrior -52- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -53- The Warrior Development Activities CHIEF MINISTER INAUGURATES that his government will talk with the naga CHOZUBA TOWN COUNCIL people but without arms, India is prepared and ready for final solution but nagas should Chief Minister T.R. Zeliang, Minister not stick to 100% of their demands. In this Y.Patton, Minister Yitachu, Speaker Chotisuh regards chief minister is of the view that we Sazo, Deputy Speaker Imtikumzuk and host of should increase the negotiators to settle the dignitaries during the Chozuba town Council differences within and we should take right inaugural programme on 2nd Nov. In his decision at the right time. Until and unless maiden visit to Chozuba town, CM highlighted Indo Naga political is solved Permanent the existing 29 town Council many of which peace and progress will never be achieved. have been created by DAN Govt. and three Chief host speaker Chotisuh Sazo thanked municipal councils, CM reminded the people all the former legislators and administrator that central funds alone will not progress it from Chozuba town for their initiatives will need people’s support and contributions, and supports, the long awaited wishes and unlike other taxes town Council tax does not dreams have yield fruit today. Pusazo Luruo, share with any other agencies but solely use Chairman Honey Mission Nagaland and Sano for town development. Vamuzo delivered short speeches. He appealed to the Chozuba citizens DC Phek Murohu Chotso chaired the to elect right person in the upcoming programme while Vekusa Lohe chairman town Council election which is due next CABCC graced the function. Chozuba town January 2017. CM reminded the people how Baptist Church CYE presented the welcome development are being hampered due to song and welcome address by Polan John land ownership and land holding system in Additional Deputy Commissioner Chozuba. our state, in this regard the CM request the Reverend Pukrolhu Lohe Pastor Yoruba public to understand and cooperate With the Baptist Church blessed the foundation government only then our society will move stone. Folk song and folk dance were forward. In regards to 33% reservation CM presented by Ruzazho Youth Organization, said our society will not move ahead if the Dzulhami village and Chozuba village youth views of half of the population is ignored. organization respectively. Since the youth and students are the biggest assets CM assured that pending salaries of all VIKHEHO INAUGURATES HIGH the teachers will be released soon. SCHOOL BUILDING AT ASUKIKA In regards to the ongoing peace talks between the government of India and naga The High School building at Asukika undergrounds, CM said that the present prime was inaugurated on 5th November 2016 at minister of India have categorically stated Asukika Ground with Minister for Roads & The Warrior -54- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -55- The Warrior DISTRICT AGRICULTURE OFFICE BUILDING INAUGURATED AT PEREN The new office building of District Agriculture Office was inaugurated on 16th November, 2016 at New District Hq. Peren Minister for Roads & Bridges, Y. Vikheho Swu inaugurating the High b y Parliamentary School building at Asukika Ground on 5th November 2016. Secretary of Agriculture Dr.Benjongliba Aier as the Bridges, Y. Vikheho Swu as the chief guest Chief Guest. and ADC Pughoboto Avelu Ruho as the Guest Addressing the gathering, the Chief of honour respectively. Guest said that it was a Red Letter Day Addressing the gathering, the chief for the farmers of Peren District. He also guest asked the citizens, teachers and congratulated the Departmental Officers and particularly the students to maintain the Staff for taking keen initiative in constructing infrastructure and make the best use of it. this new building for the welfare of the He asked the people of the area to change Department as well as for the farmers in the their mindset and think differently. He urged District. He also remarked that Peren district the citizens to actively participate in tree would be the most beautiful district due plantation as it is not only for environment to its fertile soil and climatic condition. He purification but also has a prospect for further added that it has the potential to be economic source in the long run. He also one of the most economically viable districts encouraged the public to start livestock in the state. rearing and farming and focus more on Agriculture Secretary Chumremo A. organic and quality products. Odyuo who also spoke during the function The Guest of honour, Avelu Ruho urged the Officers and Staff to be sincere and challenged the people not to glorify over the regular in their duties. SDO (C) Peren, Robin past glory but urged them to ponder seriously lauded the efforts of the department for the for the present and future generation with successful completion of the construction. unity. She also asked them to avoid the Short Speeches were also delivered by the culture of division among them. President of Zeliang Baudi and KukiInpi. Welcome address was delivered Earlier, The Chief Guest unveiled the by Chairman Joint Council Asukika Area monolith. A brief report on the construction Khuwoto Swu and 1st class contractor Vihoto of new building was given by Er. Achakbou. Shohe respectively. The Warrior -54- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -55- The Warrior Cultural dance was performed by Kejanglwa Minister RD & REPA, CL John Village while the vote of thanks was proposed said civilization and development depends by DAO Peren Atoi Sema. The programme a lot on the public as the government alone was chaired by Director of Agriculture, cannot bring development. Rongseninla. Key note address was delivered by Deputy Commissioner Mon, W.Honje Konyak PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY, while the programme was chaired by SDO CAWD, Y.M YOLLOW KONYAK (Civil) Chen, Dr. Kuzonyi Wideo. The chief Guest while gracing INAUGURATES MINI COMPLEX the cultural programme of KU and KNSK CHEN AT CHEN TOWN Chen Unit Silver Jubilee, congratulated all Parliamentary Secretary, CAWD Y.M the pioneers and present leaders of KU and Yollow Konyak inaugurated the Mini Office KNSK Chen Unit. Complex Chen on 4th November 2016 at Chen Town. The Chief Guest thanked the SPEAKER NLA COMMISSIONS elected members, officials and the general WATER FOUNTAIN AT public for taking such an initiative to build ASSEMBLY SECRETARIAT the complex. He urged the people to respect and protect government’s property as it is The Nagaland Assembly Secretariat the rights and responsibilities of the citizens. commissioned the state’s first ever water He also encouraged the people to emulate fountain at the Assembly Secretariat on 15th good ideas from one another so as to bring November, 2016 with Speaker NLA, Chotisuh changes in the society. Sazo as the Chief Guest. Speaking on the occasion, the chief guest thanked the Almighty God for an opportunity and the successful completion of the project. It has been installed for the interest of the people of Nagaland in general and the legislators of both past and present, Officers and staff of the Assembly Secretariat in particular, he said. He said this would enhance the mood of the office goers especially those working in the Assembly Secretariat including the visitors. Executive Engineer, Er. Aroba who gave a brief technical background Parliamentary Secretary for CAWD, Y.M. Yollow Konyak and about the project acknowledged the others after inaugurating the Mini Office Complex at Chen on speaker for bringing this innovative 4th November 2016 at Chen Town. idea into a matter of reality. It is the The Warrior -56- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -57- The Warrior brainchild of the speaker who took keen interest to install this extra facility in the complex, he said. The diameter and the height of the fountain is measuring 16 feet and 3 and a half feet respectively where 5000 litres of the same water can be recycled, he reported. Commissioner & Secretary, NLA, N. Benjamin Newman who chaired the program expressed his gratitude to speaker for installing the state’s first ever water fountain in the Assembly Secretariat. He further said the office is the highest and the most prestigious DC Mokokchung Sushil Kumar Patel speaking during the launching programme of Girls institution in the state. Therefore, he asked Residential Hostel under SSA at Mokokchung the officers and the staff of the department on 11th Nov. 2016. to create a conducive environment and preserve the aesthetic values installed within Speaking on the occasion Patel said the premises. He also added that renovation that government has given all out efforts to and painting was going on in the Assembly uplift the educational system in the country Complex besides beautification. Keeping in therefore, the main objective of the students mind the importance of its office vis-a-vis should be to perform well thereby showing the general public, he informed that a Ramp certain outcome to the government. would be installed for senior citizens and Encouraging the students DC said differently able persons in addition to building that being in the hostel is an opportunity to of library hall and recreational places. inculcate discipline among themselves, for State chaplain, Rev. Kuzierang Thou one must know how to behave with people offered the dedicatory prayer. Officers and besides getting good marks. staff of the Assembly Secretariat attended DEO & Coordinator, District Mission the program. Authority, SSA, I. Satemmenla delivered the welcome speech while special number GIRLS RESIDENTIAL was presented by the Hostellers. Assistant HOSTEL INAUGURATED IN District Coordinator, District Mission Authority, SSA, I. Chuba proposed the vote MOKOKVHUNG of thanks. The programme was chaired by Under the initiative of Sarva Shiksha IED Coordinator Chubainla and L.Alemtemsu Abhiyan (SSA) the Girls Residential Hostel said the invocation. was formally inaugurated by Deputy The Hostellers were selected from Commissioner and Chairman, District Mission among the economically and socially Authority, SSA, Sushil Kumar Patel at Arkong deprived sections of people. At present Ward, Mokokchung town today, the 11th there are 24 girls from 4 Middle Schools in November 2016. Mokokchung town. The Warrior -56- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -57- The Warrior YITACHU INAUGURATES NEWLY Pughoboto area is a historic event and UPGRADED EE(R&B) OFFICE apprised the Naga people to respect each other and keep a peaceful co-existence. Newly upgraded office for the Executive Parliamentary Secretary for Law & Engineer (Road & Bridges), Pughoboto was Justice, SIRD, Er. Picto said that through the inaugurated by the Minister for School initiative of the R&B Minister Vikheho and Education, SCERT Yitachu in the presence the department officials, Pughoboto has of the R& B Minister, Y.Vikheho on 16th seen a landmark development. He further November 2016. sought co-operation to further development Speaking on the occasion, the Minister in their areas. said that Pughoboto area people have ADC, Avelu Ruho and President been blessed with a new office through NPF, Kughakhu Sheqi also delivered the initiative of R&B Minister, Vikheho. He short speeches. Welcome addressed was said that we must build the state economy delivered by SAH President, Inavi Swu stating that after DAN government took over where he appreciated and acknowledged the state revenue has increased to Rs 600 the Government of Nagaland for the crores within 13 years. He asked the elected initiative. leaders, government official, farmers, Engg-in-chief NPWD, Khupi Natso businessmen and all age groups to not to said that the division has to look after depend on easy money which will not bring 345 kilometer length headed by EE and to progress in our society. He said that lack maintain the road the man power is 240. of truthfulness within the hearts of people The total black topped cover of the division bring corruption in all sections of the people, is 14 kms. The newly created PWD(R&B) elected members, churches and even in the Division with its Head Quarter at Pughoboto mere citizens. He emphasized on the need is to be maintained by way of redeployment for a good planning process with sincerity and adjustment from the existing strength. and also stressed on maintaining a clean The office will be headed by EE, including environment. SDO (TC), 15 engineers from SDO to So, Minister for R&B who also spoke DAO, HA and others subordinate staff. on the occasion said that Nagas need to Congratulating the R&B Minister for bringing change their mindset. He said that with the a new development which is the need the cooperation from the present government, hour, he appealed for more help to serve the Pughoboto town has made a red letter public and also asked the officials assigned day after a gap of 29 years as the PWD to this division to work with sincerity and office was established in 1987. He stressed dedication. on the need to change the man power The programme was chaired by Chief management and Government office engineer PWD Er. K.Rhetso and dedicatory functioning system. prayer was pronounced by ES SABAK Hotokhu Parliamentary Secretary for Soil and P. Zhimomi. Vote of thanks was pronounced Water Conservation, Pukhayi said that by Adhoc Town Council President, Viyikhu bringing such a great achievement for Wotsa. The Warrior -58- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -59- The Warrior COLPOSCOPE, SCREENING OF cervical cancer. When inquired about the CERVICAL CANCER INSTALLED colposcope machine, which looks like a AT IMDH MOKOKCHUNG Handy cam with broad stand, Dr.Ademla said that Colposcope is a machine that uses Imkongliba Memorial District Hospital an intense source of light through a system (IMDH) Mokokchung is now equipped with of lenses that magnify the image (Max-52x). Colposcope, a sophisticated machine to It is used in screening of women for cervical screen women for possible cervical cancer cancer and studies the cervical cells under and to study the cervical cells under high high magnification and identifies abnormal magnification and identifies abnormal and and precancerous changes in them. She said precancerous changes in them. First of its cervical cancer is a leading cause of death kind in the hospital, the colposcope machine in women in North East India especially in was formally inaugurated by Nagaland Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura. ‘If detected Governor, P.B Acharya on his 2-day visit of in early stage and if proper intervention is Mokokchung on 17th November 2016. applied, the condition can be successfully Medical Superintendent, IMDH, Dr treated,’ Dr Ademla said. Medem and Senior Gynaecologist, Dr This is not the first time, the IMDH Ademla said the Colposcope Machine, Mokokchung is purchasing urgent need worth Rs. four lakh was purchased from machine but has been engaged in acquiring IMDH Welfare fund to help reduce morbidity machines from their own fund to provide and mortality associated with the disease, better health care in the hospital. The Warrior -58- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -59- The Warrior

Governor of Nagaland P.B. Acharya addressing at the public reception at Kiphire on 15th November 2016.

Publisher and Editor, The Morung Express, Dr. Aküm Longchari speaking at the National Press Day celebrations at Dimapur on 16th November 2016. The Warrior -60- A monthly English Journal | December 2016 A monthly English Journal | December 2016 -PB- The Warrior

The Water Fountain commissioned at the Nagaland Legislative Assembly Secretariat on 15th November 2016.

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