Kohima Press Club (KPC) on Saturday observed its 23rd foundation day at its office. On the occasion, KPC president, Alice Yhoshü paid tribute to the visionary and pioneering members of the club, mentioning that they were concerned about the fraternity and formed the club by coming together.
She also reminded that the Club will be celebrating Silver Jubilee in two years’ time and therefore said it was a time to reflect on the journey. Advisor to KPC, Kopelo Krome recalled its formative years wherein he was also part of the drafting committee of the constitution and further urged the journalists to be true to themselves. He underlined the power of words while pointing out that a single word can bring division.
Basil Peseyie commended the members of the Kohima Press Club on a professional level, and reminded that there was a great challenge ahead while referring to the forthcoming Silver Jubilee. In this regard, he also urged the need for all the members to have more cohesiveness, understanding and unity to face the challenges ahead.
While recalling the challenges of forming the Club, H. Chishi noted that it has come very far and appreciated president, Alice Yhoshü under whose leadership, the club has remarkably grown. Okenjeet Sandham also remarked that the next two years was very crucial for the Club with the forthcoming silver Jubilee and envisioned a new press club building to commemorate 25 years of its existence.
Vishü Rita Krocha presented the general secretary report. Seyiekietuo Keretsu presented a special number while William Belho said the prayer and Rana Chetri pronounced the benediction. The programme was chaired by Toiying Sarah Naam.