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Nagaland Post, Dimapur Wednesday, June 22, 2016
International Yoga Day observed in Nagaland
(L-R): Participants partake in International Yoga Day at Dimapur, Mokokchung, Zunheboto, Tuensang respectively on Tuesday. (DIPR)
Indoor Stadium Mokokchung Nagaland organised and co-ordinated by Youth Resources and Sports Department. Around, 125 members from NSS, Bharat Scouts & Guides, NYKS Mokokchung unit participated under the guidance of D. Halam, 44 AR Training team & Tovili Wati, District Organizer Commissioner (Guides). ZUNHEBOTO: International Yoga Day was observed at Indoor Stadium, Zunheboto. The program was organised by Department of Youth Resource and Sports in coordination with NSS, NCC and NYK Zunheboto Unit. Around 150 participants took part in yoga practice. Keynote address was delivered by Asst. Professor, Periasamy, SDO (C), Shanavas IAS spoke on health benefits with yoga practice, while vote of thanks was proposed by assistant professor, Kezhadi. 173 Battalion CRPF: As a part of International day of Yoga, 173 Battalion CRPF Airfield Dimapur also organized the International Yoga day-2016 along with the children of nearby school. Around 120 school children of three different school/ institution and 250 CRPF personnel participated in the International Yoga Day under supervision of commandant 173 Bn., Joseph Keishing and unit officers. Joseph interacted with all students and units personnel after completion of Yoga
and discussed the benefits of yoga and asked them to adopt Yoga in their life. LFHSS: Livingstone Foundation Higher Secondary School (LFHSS) observed the 2nd International Yoga Day at the Green Lawn of LFHSS, Dimapur in collaboration with 24 NL(I) COY NCC Kohima and 1 Naga Girls Battalion NCC Kohima. Altogether 1157 students including NCC Cadets from six educational institutions including Greenwood, Holy Cross, Eden, Christian, Livingstone Foundation Higher secondary school and Dimapur Government College took part in the session. During the session, welcome speech was delivered by Chairman cum Principal of Livingstone Foundation Hr. Sec. School Andrew Ahoto, who encouraged the gathering about the significance of the International Yoga Day and also spoke about the benefits of Yoga. The instructor for the Yoga session was Uto Chishi, teacher from Livingstone Foundatiuon Hr. Sec. School. MCK: International Yoga Day was observed at Modern College, Kohima to bring peace, harmony, happiness and success to every soul in the World. At the session, the students got the chance to know how Yoga embodies unity of mind and soul. The Yoga instructors president of All Nagaland Patanjali Yogpeeth Santu Thapa and
Amit Mukhiya exhorted the audience to imbibe Yoga to have a positive lifestyle and increase the level of well being. BJYM: Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) Nagaland State Unit observed the International Yoya Day at its head office Dimapur. During the programme, president BJYM Nagaland Vikuho Dominic, stressed on the importance of Yoga and said that, it is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India and now practiced in various forms around the world. He also asserted that, the Yoga balances body and soul, physical health and mental well being and urged upon the peoples to embrace healthier choices and lifestyles and to commit to unity among the peoples. BJYM, Nagaland state unit, general secretary, Arvind Damani, expressed gratitude to the members for their well active participation towards the success of the programme and further hope that, more peoples would join and participate in the near future for the common profitable of the peoples. 15 BRTF: 15 Border Roads Task Force, C/O 99 APO organized a mass yoga session at its location at high school junction Kohima in commemoration of the 2nd international day of yoga. The yoga session was conducted for all the personnel
DIMAPUR: As the world marks the International Yoga Day, the day was observed across Nagaland by Department of Youth Resources and Sports, schools and organizations on Tuesday by organizing programmes to mark the day. In Dimapur, Students from different colleges and schools participated in the celebration held at DDSC, Dimapur. During the programme, the participants were taught about the importance of yoga followed by step by step performance of yoga led by Professor Amod Sharma, Nagaland University and Rosy Jemu. The programme was organized by the department of Youth Resources & Sports. TUENSANG: In Tuensang district, the 2nd International Yoga Day was observed at Indoor Badminton Stadium Tuensang and organised by District Youth Resources and Sports Department Tuensang. The occasion was volunteered by Bharat Scout and Guides, NYK, NCC and some interested citizens. The volunteers were instructed with some basic Yoga steps by Madendangba NYK volunteer. PHEK: Department of Youth Resources and Sports, Phek observed the 2nd International Yoga Day at Indoor Badminton Hall, Phek on 21st June 2016. The programme began with a brief introduction from youth resources
officer, Vineikholie where he emphasized the importance of taking Yoga as it keeps the body healthy and wise as such he urged everyone to spread the message of Yoga. The session was conducted by Havildar Haribansh Singh from the 46 Assam Rifles. MON: International Yoga Day was observed in Mon at Indoor Stadium with assistant professor ADC Mon M.A Shihab Ali and Wangkhao Government College Dr. Esther Konyak. The programme was organised by Department of Youth Resources and Sports with the theme ‘Yoga for Harmony and Peace’. Dr. Esther Konyak presented some of the basic instructions on Yoga and encouraged the members to practice Yoga as it moulds our body flexible and bring peace of mind. ADC Mon, M.A. Shihab while speaking on the importance of Yoga said that Yoga helps to balance and develop harmonious relationship between the mind and body, helps develop physical and mental discipline and maintain physical fitness, reduce stress, control feelings and unwanted thoughts and contact with nature. He also said that practicing Yoga can help achieve success in life, relief pain and help to attain the full potential of life. M O K O K C H U NG : Commemorating 2nd International Day of Yoga, a yoga session was held at
More condemn rape of minor girl
More condole late Rev. Lano Longchar’s demise
DIMAPUR: Chakhesang Hoho Kohima (CHK) and Chakhesang Youth Organization Kohima (CYOK) have jointly condemned the ghastly act of rape of a 13 year old girl allegedly by one Khüchopra Veswü son of late VeposwhüVeswü of Ruzazhomi village. The organizations claimed that the alleged accused repeatedly raped the minor for over a year and was arrested by the concern authorities on June 15. In a condemnation note, CHK information & publicity secretary Pfuche Koza and CYOK president, Vevoyi stated that the culprit claimed to be an NSCN (I-M) cadre, who also happened to be the step-grandfather of the victim and by intimidation and threat to life of the minor had carried out the insane act repeatedly. Further, the organizations claimed that he sternly threatened to take her life or even her family members’ life now or even in near future after his sentence was served. The organizations have appealed the responsible authorities to take severest action as deems fit taking into consideration also of the perpetrated intention of the life threat. F u r t h e r, C H K a n d CYOK have extended appreciation to the Kitsubozou Women Organization (KWO) and all other concern individuals and concern authorities for taking sincere initiatives and arresting the culprit. CWSK: Chakhesang Women Society Kohima has condemned the rape incident in the strongest terms and urged the law enforcement agencies to mete out befitting punishment to the perpetrator. CWSK stated that such atrocious and inhumane act should find no place in the society and should be condemned by all.
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DIMAPUR: Nagaland Missions Movement/NBCC has expressed grief at the demise of late Rev. Lano Longchar, who was a missionary-at-large, renowned speaker and a great man of God. In a condolence message, director, NMM/ NBCC, Rev. Andrew Semp stated that no words could express “our” deepest sorrow at the loss of an honest, committed and a true spiritual leader. It also pray the God would give comfort to the bereaved family. KBBB Mission Centre: In a condolence message, KBBB Mission Centre executive secretary, Rev. M. Chemyuh Konyak stated that words would not suffice the heartfelt sorrow that Konyak Baptist Bumeinok Bangjum felt at the moment. It stated that the Konyak believers were truly grieved and mourns together with his family members and remembers the departed soul
as one of the most powerful man of God who brought many lost souls to the saving knowledge of Christ through his preaching, teaching and testimonies in revivals and crusades. KBBB stated that the deceased testimony and undaunted faith would be an inspiration for generations to come and that he indeed was the epitome of a humble and faithful servant of God. Konyak Baptist Churches has prayed for God’s comfort upon the bereaved families. IEF Tuensang unit: International Evangelistic Fellowship (IEF) Tuensang has described late Rev Lano Longchar as the steward of IEF, the God father of IEF, the messenger of IEF and a real disciple of Christ who had dedicated his pure life for God’s mission on earth. IEF in a condolence note by secretary, Taku Jamir stated that in his
death “we have lost a prophet ordained by God” and also prayed that his soul rest in peace in the eternal home with Christ. MBCA: Mao Baptist Churches Association (MBCA) has mourned at the demise of late Rev. Lano Longchar. In a condolence message, the association described late Longchar as “a humble and mighty man of God”. MBCA further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace. CBCD: Chang Baptist Church Dimapur (CBCD) has grieved at the demise of late Reverend Lano Longchar. In a condolence message, CBCD pastor described late Longchar as “noblest preacher; gentle and humble” who has touched the heart of thousands of people. CBCD has further conveyed condolence to the
bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace. P. Longon: Nagaland minister of Health & Family Welfare (H&FW) P. Longon has expressed deep shock over the demise of Rev. Lano Longchar and said his demise was a great loss to the Nagas and the void created by his death would be difficult to fill. In a condolence message, Longon further said untimely demise of Rev. Lano was a great loss especially to the Khiamniungan community, among whom he was a popular spiritual leader and his sermons were still alive in their minds. The minister conveyed condolences to the bereaved family members. Longong prayed God give strength to bear the loss not only to family members, but the Nagas as a whole. He also prayed that the departed soul was rest in peace.
H&WF deptt Dmu organises health camp
carried out by junior specialist, district hospital Dr. Mhashevisu Sothu; UPHC-II Dr. Yiben and UPHC-I Dr. Anguto and staff under National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) and Urban Vector Borne Disease Surveillance (UVBDS). Beneficiaries who registered during the camp were screened for any water borne diseases. Around 70 patients were diagnosed and treated after screening for water borne diseases and skin diseases caused by polluted water. Blood samples were also collected for suspected malaria cases. Free medicines were also distributed under NUHM. CMO, Dr. K. Vikato Kinimi has informed that the medical department to stay Residents avail heath service during the camp on Tuesday at Dimapur. prepared for any emergencies DIMAPUR: Health camp un- Railway Bazaar, Tuesday. Colony, Manipuri Bosti, Chat- and further requested the citider the initiative of Dimapur The camp was held to teswari and Grace Colony and zens to have concern in removdistrict administration was provide health services to those also to prevent any outbreak of ing the stagnant water at the organized by department of affected by the water logging diseases. earliest to prevent the outbreak Health & Family Welfare at at West Yard, Railway Bazaar The health camp was of diseases.
posted with 15 BRTF. Similar sessions were conducted in allied companies of the Task Force at various locations like Zubza, Mon and Maram. In the one hour session, a brief introduction of yoga and its benefits were explained. Commander 15 BRTF, Col. S. P. Yadava highlighted the importance of yoga in bringing harmony between mind and body and advised everyone to inculcate yoga in daily routine. Unity College Dimapur: Unity College observed the day in collaboration with Young Indians at Unity College campus. Students participated whole heartedly to connect with the amazing and natural benefits of yoga along with the rest of the world. The yoga programme was conducted by esteemed guest Rakesh Ghosh and demonstrated by alumni of the college. Ghosh described the benefits of yoga in daily life. S M H SS D i m a p u r : Yoga programme was held in St. Mary’s Higher Secondary school by the Patanjali Yog Samiti & Bharat Swabhiman, where more than 800 students took part. ARTC&S: Yoga Day was celebrated in all the three military garrisons of Assam Rifles Training Centre & School (Shokhuvi, Dimapur and Diphu). A strength of around 2000 soldiers including 500 families performed yoga simultaneously. The
Yoga Day was observed under the patronage of commandant Assam Rifles Training Centre & School, Brig Gurjap Singh. NAPTC Chumukedima: Nagaland Armed Police Training Centre (NAPTC), Chumukedima and Nagaland Police Training School (NPTS) Chumukedima in collaboration with Patanjali Yog Samiti, Dimapur observed the yoga day. At NAPTC, T Metha, NPS commandant exhorted the personnel to take care and be responsible for one’s health and practice of Yoga as one of the best means to maintain sound balance between physical and mental health. At NPTS, Aboli Metha, NPS principal spoke on the significance of the day and importance of Yoga for everyone especially for uniformed personnel. President, Patanjali Yog Samiti also spoke on the occasion. All together around 750 personnel took part in the celebration and special Yoga class was conducted in both the training centres. P V H SS D i m a p u r : Pranab Vidyapith Higher Secondary School (PVHSS), Dimapur observed the day with 80 student participants from the Vidyapith held at stadium ground, Dimapur.A student contributed a song on yoga. Principal, Monoj Bhattacharjee dwelt upon the importance of the yoga and its impact on human health, especially to the younger gen-
eration. Founder headmaster, L.C. Das delivered a speech on the various aspects of the yoga and yoga teacher Sajal Ray also explained the benefits of yoga. Vidyapith has introduced yoga as a compulsory subject in primary and secondary section from this academic session. HQ IGAR (N): HQ IGAR (N) as a nodal agency for all security forces conducted the day together with troops of Assam Rifles, CRPF, and other security forces of Nagaland to a common pedestal across the entire state at the helipad ground Kohima. A total of 86 officers, 358 JCOs, 4010 other ranks celebrated the yoga day across the state. Similar camps were organised at Chiswema, Meluri, Chokitong, Wokha, Ghaspani, Piphema, Kukidong, Kashiram Basti, Tuensang, Wakching, Chare, and longkhim COBs which were attended by all ranks & files with enthusiasm & zeal. HCHSS Dimapur: In Holy Cross Higher Secondary School (HCHSS) the Yoga Day was organized by national and state training commissioner, and secretary, Hindustan Scouts & Guides, M Gnana Nirmala. More than 300 students i.e. Shishuchetana, cubs & bulbuls, scouts & guides participated in the programme which was graced by Rev Fr Philip Magh as chief guest. Yoga was conducted by Govind, trained yoga teacher from Haridwar.
news in brief ANGPTA Dmp unit general meeting:
ANGPTA Dimapur unit has convened a general meeting on June 25, 11 a.m. at GMS Diphupar (Ao) Dimapur. All concern primary teachers have been informed to attend the meeting. For more information one has been asked to contact at 9856802060, 9436210708. GPRN/NSCN recovers: GPRN/NSCN MIP has informed that a red coloured motorcycle (bajaj avenger) chassis No. MD2DGPD22TCE02368 and Engine No. PDGBTE02379 has been recovered. Rightful owner has been asked to claim the same within seven days from the office of Crime Control Cell GPRN/NSCN. RLCCSA emergency meeting: Rengma and Lotha Class-1 Contractors and Suppliers’ Association (RLCCSA) has convened its emergency meeting on June 27, 12 noon at town hall Wokha. The association also request the kind presence of Rengma Hoho, Lotha Hoho, Rengma Mothers Association, Lotha Eloe Union, Lotha Students’ union, Rengma Selo Zi in the meeting with a maximum representative of 4 members along with the president from each union. All the Class-1 contractor of the RLCCSA have been asked to bring the said fee as per specified at the resort resolution meeting.
DPE fellowship cum felicitation prog:
Dimapur Pangti Ekhung (DPE) half yearly fellowship cum felicitation programme for the successful NPSC, HSSLC and HSLC candidates would be held on June 25, 10 a.m. at Diphupar Lotha Baptist Church. All the members and successful candidates have been requested to attend the programme. TGSU union assembly postponed: Tesophenyu Group Students’ Union (TGSU) union assembly scheduled on June 25, 11 a.m. at Ziphenyu community hall has been postponed to June 26, 1 p.m. at the same venue.
All the tribunals, advisors, senior members, election commissioners, executives and well wishers have been requested to bear the inconvenience and participate actively. Brahma kumaris’ seminar: Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University Kohima branch would be conducting a seminar on “enhancing mind power for accepting the challenges” by world recorder B.K. Shaktiraaj from Rajasthan, Mountabu on June 22, 3 p.m. at Brahma Kumaris Centre, near PWD junction, opposite butchers’ shop Kohima. LGJPB meeting: Litsami Golden Jubilee Planning Board (LGJPB) has convened a meeting on June 25 at Litsami Students’ Union banker, Hukiye Aye. All planning members, finance committee, office bearers, advisors, ex executives and elders have been requested to attend the meeting. For further details one has been asked to contact chairman golden jubilee planning board Hukheto Thsale at 9089840269. NPF Peren Division meeting: NPF Peren Division Youth Wing and 7th NPF Youth Wing has convened a consultative meeting on June 25, 12 p.m. at New Market Colony, Jalukie. All NPF presidents and secretaries under 7th Peren A/C NPF youth wing have been informed to attend the meeting. Kukhupu Chishi Clan meeting: Kukhupu Chishi Clan welfare has convened a meeting on June 25, 10 a.m. at the residence of its banker and GB Thilixu village, Sukhavi Chishi. All the office bearers, executive members, and advisory board members have been requested to attend the meeting. Clarification: Dimapur Nkonjan Changsu Yanhen Ekhung (DNCYE) general has been convened on June 25, 9 a.m. at Lotha Community Hall, Diphupar and not as published. Inadvertent error is regretted.
GPRN/NSCN, Viyilho village ‘reconcile’
DIMAPUR: GPRN/NSCN has informed that “basing on the true spirit of Christianity”, a reconciliation service was held between GPRN/NSCN and Viyilho village on June 18 at Viyilho Baptist Church. According to a press release by GPRN/ NSCN MIP, on November 19, 2011, “deserted cadres” from GPRN/NSCN’s operation command stationed at Tokiye town while “fleeing” shot dead Daniel Yeptho, a civilian of Viyilho village in a “cold blooded manner” which resulted in the declaration of non cooperation towards the GPRN/NSCN. However, “basing on the principle of true Christianity”, GPRN/NSCN said the deceased family members, elders and the citizens of the Viyilho vil-
lage have decided to withdraw its previous non cooperation movement towards the GPRN/ NSCN. GPRN/NSCN MIP said the programme began with a prayer followed by the formal address of forgiveness from the family member, words of reconciliation from GBs from different villages and towns and acknowledgement address by “officials” of GPRN/NSCN. The programme was attended by representative of the Zunheboto GBs association, Aghunato Gbs association, some head GBs of Tokiye range, citizens of the Viyilho village and GPRN/NSCN officials led by the R.A.O Sumi region and the camp commander of Ghukiye Designated camp, Naga Army.