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Nagaland Post, Dimapur sunday, april 2, 2017
Konyaks celebrate Aoleang Monyu at Kisama, Mopong
(L-R): Sazo being presented a Konyak traditional headgear and local made gun. Tobu Wankon presenting cultural dance at Kisama, Saturday. (NP) Khekaho Assumi and others at Mopong. Correspondent KOHIMA, APR 1 (NPN): A six-day Aoleang Monyu festival – the premier festival of the Konyak community, which celebrates the arrival of spring and prays for a good upcoming harvest – began on Saturday with splendour and gaiety. Aoleang Monyu festival was celebrated at The Heritage Kisama on Saturday with minister for PHED, Chotisuh Sazo as the chief guest. In his address, Sazo stressed on maintaining and
preserving the good values practised by the ancestors and said that festivals were celebrated keeping up with the culture and traditions of each tribe. He said the festivals celebrate the values practiced by the ancestors such as, respect for elders and women, work values and abiding traditional and customary laws. Sazo, however, lamented that in the present day people have “diverted” themselves from all the good practices. The minister called upon the people to maintain the “true values” of the festi-
Wokha Village bans hunting, trapping
DIMAPUR: In a major step towards preserving the environment, the Wokha Village Council (WVC) has resolved to strictly ban hunting and trapping, starting April 1, 2017, and also prohibited taking away of any forest medicinal products such as flora and fauna from Mt. Tiyi Reserved Forest. Informing this in a press note, WVC chairman S. Yanphamo Tungoe and secretary Zujanbemo Lotha, cautioned that anyone found violating the order would invite seizure of their materials and penalized, and action would be taken as per its Village rules and regulation. WVC also said it has resolved to give full cooperation and support to the government agencies, administration and the contractor while implementing and executing the construction work of NH 61 and Wokha - Merapani road within its jurisdiction to bring better quality workmanship.
vals by merry makings and strengthening the bond of friendship between the families, friends and others. Pointing out that in the past the Naga tribes celebrate festivals with their hard earned resources, Sazo lamented that at present Nagas instead of working hard for the resources were only collecting money from officers, contractors etc. to celebrate festivals. He then said that such practice should be discouraged. Sazo also lauded the contributions of Konyaks in Naga society and appreciat-
ed the tribe for maintaining its “distinct identity” like the practise of Angh-ship, tattoo culture and creativity. He said Konyaks were the first Naga tribe to gun powder. Though Konyak falls under the “backward tribe” category, he said the tribe was progressing in many fields and that it was not “backward physically, mentally or intellectually”. He also urged the younger generation to be brave like their ancestors and be competitive so as to be at par with the rest of the world. The minister also called upon the people
to preserve the fauna and flora and urged each individual to create awareness on preservation. Sazo also appealed the Naga Political Groups to unite so as to arrive at an “honourable” solution to Naga political issue. Additional chief secretary and development commissioner R.B Thong, who graced the occasion as guest of honour, recalled his close association with the Konyak tribe. Pointing out that Konyaks inhabit a fertile land, Thong said the region can become the “rice bowl of Nagaland”. He also
informed that government of India has approved the Dimapur-Tizit railway line. Chairman NPSC A. Yanang Konyak delivered the significance of the festival while chief host of the festival minister, C. L John, delivered festival greetings. The festival witnessed cultural special and cultural presentations from Angam Khong, Chen Wankon, Tobu Wankon, KNSK/ Tangshem Lan, Wakching Wankon and Mon Wankon. Earlier, the chief guest also erected a bamboo at the festival site as a symbol of
blessing. MOPONG: Parliamentary secretary for Youth Resource and Sports, Khekaho Assumi Aoleang festival celebration at Mopong EAC headquarters on Saturday held under the theme “Social and Cultural Awakening”. In his address, Khekaho said besides celebrating Aoleang festival which celebrates the culture and traditions and prays for good harvest for the year, there was a need to retrospect and see how far the community has come in terms of development and education.
Encouraging youth to venture out into private sectors, Khekaho said they should opt for vocational trainings and become entrepreneurs instead of waiting for government jobs which was already saturated. He also said youth should help the government for good governance by being a pressure group and ensuring the schools functions well, hospitals were maintained and developmental works were properly implemented. Cultural presentation was one of the highlights of Aoleang festival.
news in brief
DC Longleng informs: DC Longleng has convened monthly DPDB meeting on April 7 at 11 a.m. at DC’s conference hall. All the members have been informed to attend the meeting. KUD appeals: Konyak Union Dimapur (KUD) has appealed all government, private schools, institutions and employees in and around Dimapur to grant leave of one day on April 4, to all community as they would be celebrating Aoleang Monyu festival, at DDSC Dimapur. SBPU meeting: Sümi Baptist Pastors Union (SBPU) has convened a meeting on April 4 at 8 a.m. at Thilixu village Baptist Church. All office bearers, executive members and area chairman have been requested to attend the meeting. AND & DGDU meeting: All Nagaland Directorate and District Government Drivers’ Union (AND & DGDU) has convened meeting on April 8, 10:30 a.m. at Nagaland Contractor’s and Suppliers Union Conference Hall near PWD junction Kohima. All the executive members and head drivers have been requested to attend the meeting.
BJMM Dmu visits fire victims: BJMM Dimapur district visited the fire victims of March 23 incident and donated monetary and materials to the victims. Meanwhile, BJMM also requested the district administration and the power department to take adequate measure to prevent such incidences again. Tenyiphe-I village council informs: Tenyiphe-I Village Council has informed that its executive members would be visiting every household and landowners within its jurisdiction in view of its golden jubilee celebration scheduled for March 10, 2018. The council has appealed every member to pray for the big occasion and has also informed landholders who have not done land registration to do so by 2017. BBU organises ‘spiritual awakening prog: Benreului Baptist Union youth wing organized spiritual awakening programme from March 25 and 26 at Life Spring Corner, Dimapur with Pastor Mongzeung Mpon , Pastor Ihusing Liegise, Hiazu Meru and Saku Longchar as the speakers. Altogether 478 Benreului youth from different places and various walks of life attended the programme which was sponsored by Swarai Meru and family.
Green Dimapur Team comprising of young likeminded people took the initiative to organize cleanliness drive in Dimapur, Saturday. During the drive, the team installed dustbins in various areas of the city. The cleanliness drive was conducted at Deluxe Point, Police Point, Dhobinullah and Clock Tower Junction. (NP)
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HAPPY 75TH BIRTHDAY to the Most Precious and Loving Mom
Mrs. Y. Shiheli Zhimo, Retd. P/Teacher
Dearest Mom! Mothers like you are made in Heaven! Rare like a diamond and pure like an angel. You gave your all and raised us with love and prayer. You are our teacher, our strength and our guiding star. You have a heart that loves, a soul that rejoice and a spirit that gives and comforts. You are to us the most ultimate and absolute mom. We love you! May you live to be a centenarian! In-laws, children & grandchildren.
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AO TEMOLUNGTSUR TELONGJEM DIMAPUR FELICITATES
The Ao Temolungtsur Telongjen, Dimapur would like to congratulate Dr. Noklenyangla (Ayangti Longkumer) daughter of Mr. Burkumzuk, on her accomplishment on being awarded a Ph.D in Science Policy Studies by Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi for her thesis titled ‘Ideational Influence of Bengal Renaissance and Rabindranath Tagore on India's S&T Policies of Self-Reliance. We wish the very best in all her future endeavours. Ayangtila Jamir Secretary, ATTD
Talirenla President, ATTD
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Agri-Forest Junction - No Parking on right side (valley side); Agri Junction to CM’s In & Out route - No Right Side parking ( hill side). P.R. Hill to TCP Gate: LK Hardware to Axis ATM (P.R. Hill) - One side parking only on the left (valley side) i.e., Jack & Jill, Popular Bakery side; Below F&ES Service point - Parking for F&ES only; Classic Island to Foot Bridge above Mezhür School - No Parking on both Sides; Box Cutting Area Parking on both sides only for pick-up and drop-off of school children; Opposite Car Decora near WW-II Cemetery - Parking for max. 7 vehicles at a time; WW-II Cemetery to TCP Gate Left side Parking only but no parking approaching the turning at TCP Point toward NHK.
54th YEARS OF GOD's MERCIFULNESS WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
V. Phushito Jimomi & Khitoli Jimomi 2nd April 1963 – 2nd April 2017 Kuhoxu Village
We thank the Lord for keeping you both in good health, and showering your love upon us till now. We pray the Lord's abundant blessing of love and health be showered upon you for many years to come. DP-2993
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- Temporary Taxi stand to be removed; KMC Dustbin area - Public Parking; Japfu Hotel Point to State Academy - Taxi Parking on left side (valley side) for 5 vehicles at a time (to be demarcated); Below SBI Branch (PHQ) – Parking; Department of State Lotteries - Parking for the Department only; From opposite ADS junction to Big Bite - No parking on left side (hill side); LK Hardware Shop to Supply Office junction - No Parking on right side (valley side); Supply Office Point to Bank of India Parking for Western Angami bound Sumos & public; BoI to old Hotel Fira - No Parking on right side (valley side); Hotel Fira junction to West Road Mall - No Parking right side (valley side); District Jail point & Big Bite Area – Parking; Opposite Big Bite to
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right side (hill side); Neiphiu Rio building - No Parking on either side; Kere Pharmacy/ General Automobiles to Canara Bank - No Parking on right side (hill side); Canara Bank to Viu Belho Building - Parking on right side (hill side); Viu Belho Building to Mohonkhola (Dzüvürü) bridge - No Parking on right side (hill side); Akum Building to Francis Belho Building - Parking on left side only (valley side); AG Point to South PS point - No parking on either side; Yantsü building to Kohima Bajaj - Parking on left side only (valley side). South Point Market to CM’s Residence and TCP: City Bus Stop Stand, Below Japfu Hotel - Limiting to 5 buses at a time. Rest of the Buses can be stationed at Lerie Stand; BOC Market
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DIMAPUR: Deputy Commissioner and Chairman Regional Transport Authority, Kohima, Rajesh Soundararajan, has notified that the following traffic/parking regulations in addition to the earlier/existing regulations would come into effect from March 31. The area/lane between Ladies Mile to Box Cutting: No parking on the left side (hill side); Y Junction to New NST – No right side parking; Old Tata Parking to Aircel Office - No right side parking (hill side); Lotha Sector Church, Keziekie to Tinpati – No right side parking (hill side), Tata mobile parking limitation up to 5 vehicles and No zonal/local taxi between Bus stand & Tata mobile parking (Blue Dart Line); Tinpati Point to Bayavü Police Point – No Taxi Parking near the Traffic Point and No left side parking up to Tata mobile parking (valley side); CANSSEA Office to Alder College Junction – No parking on either side; ITI Junction to GHS Point – No parking on either side; GHS Junction to G. Rio School Junction – Parking on left side only below Peraciezie Church, No parking on either side from Peraciezie Church approach road till GHS ground junction and To write “No Parking” on the retaining walls on the left side; Road from Census Office Junction to NHK Junction – Parking and No Parking side on the basis of availability of area and width of the road; General – Parking of vehicle on pedestrian footpath is not permitted. The area/lanes from AIR Junction to South PS: Rokohol Ketsu Building to AIR Junction - No Parking on right side (hill side); Kezo Building (opposite AIR Junction) - Parking on left side (valley side); Diagnostic Centre to Rokohol Ketsu Building - Parking on
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