LH holds thanksgiving programme for legislators

Lotha Hoho, the apex organization of the Lothas, organised a thanksgiving programme for legislators under the Wokha district and advisor to chief minister (CM) on May 10 at Lotha Hoho Ki.
According to a DIPR report, the programme was attended by deputy chief minister, home and border affairs, Y. Patton, advisor, agriculture Mhathung Yanthan, MLAs, Y.M. Humtsoe and Achumbemo Kikon, and advisor to CM, Dr. Chumben Murry.
Speaking at the programme, Patton called for the preservation and promotion of culture, traditions, and costumes and proper documentation of local dialect by constituting a committee.
Assuring the people to work for the welfare of the society in coordination with the other elected members, he called for support and co-operation from all sections of society.
Patton also thanked the CM of Nagaland on behalf of the Lotha community for appointing Dr. Chumben Murry as advisor to the CM.
In his speech, Mhathung urged upon the people to move ahead with a positive mindset and renewed dedication to be a part of the change. He also appealed to the farming community to use modern technology and applications and make proper use of the resources for up upliftment and economic stability.
Emphasizing the importance and participation of women folk in the decision-making process, Y.M. Humtsoe said women are equally responsible and they equally contribute when it comes to the upliftment of our society.
Achumbemo Kikon urged the gathering to emulate the good deeds and examples set by forefathers and pioneers to make the society a better place to live, and also called for the preservation and promotion of their local dialect.
Dr. Chumben Murry called upon the people of the community to be united and move forward in unison to take the society forward. He also appealed them to give their best effort and contribute in whatever capacity one can for the betterment of their society.
The function was chaired by Lotha Hoho vice chairman, Mhonlumo Lotha, Lotha Hoho chairman, Mhondamo Ovung delivered the welcome address while Pastor Longsa Baptist Church Rev. L.K. Tsanglao proposed a special prayer for the elected representatives.