Chang Union Chümoukedima (CUC) celebrated its Silver Jubilee on Wednesday at K4 venue, Chümoukedima Town, under the theme “Progress with Diligence.”
Speaking as the special guest, PHED and Cooperation Minister Jacob Zhimomi reflected on the migration of Nagas from their native villages to the western sector of Nagaland, particularly Dimapur, which has since been bifurcated into Dimapur, Chümoukedima, and Niuland districts. He noted that tribes such as the Sema and Angami were among the earliest settlers in the region, whose decision a century ago paved the way for others and proved to be a blessing for all Nagas.
Emphasizing unity, Zhimomi reminded that every Naga in these districts is an equal stakeholder and must learn to coexist harmoniously. On the development concerns in the ENPO region, he clarified that delays were economic in nature rather than political.
He urged Nagas to look beyond tribal divisions and nurture collective identity, adding that while Nagas identify themselves simply as “Naga” outside the state, this same spirit must also be practiced within Nagaland.
The Jubilee Souvenir was released by the minister, while pastor of Chang Baptist Church, Naga United, Yanger, offered the jubilee blessing.
The programme also featured short speeches by founding president, O. Mongko GB; president of Naga Tribal Union Chümoukedima Town (NTUCT), Nungsang Jamir; chairman of Chümoukedima Village Council (CVC), Razouvotuo Chatsu; president of Eastern Naga People Union Chümoukedima (ENPUC), R. Chemriba Sangtam; president of Chang Union Dimapur, Bendang; and chairman of Hakuchang Colony, Shokhuvi, Hongsa.
Earlier, CUC president Changsangjum delivered the welcome address, while vice president Koma K. Chang proposed the vote of thanks.
Jacob graces Swachh Bharat Diwas celebration
Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) minister Jacob Zhimomi on Thursday graced the celebration of “Swachh Bharat Diwas” cum culmination of the Swachhata Hi Seva campaign held Thursday, at Arena 365, Dimapur.
In his address, the minister highlighted the progress of the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) since its launch in 2014 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the aim of achieving a cleaner and healthier India. He lauded the department’s efforts in implementing sanitation programmes across Nagaland, including the construction of over 9,000 individual household latrines (IHHLs) and achieving Open Defecation Free (ODF) status in 2018, a year ahead of the national target.
Zhimomi further urged the department to work towards achieving ODF Plus status by strengthening community participation, maintaining sanitation infrastructure and sustaining behavioural change at the grassroots level.
He acknowledged the contributions of past and present engineers, officers and staff of the department for their dedication in carrying forward the mission.
The minister also emphasized that Swachh Bharat and the Fit India movement were not just government programmes but people’s movements aimed at building a clean and fit nation. He encouraged collective efforts to ensure Nagaland progresses alongside the rest of the country in sanitation goals. The programme was chaired by PHED WSSO executive engineer, Er. Wonjabeni Odyuo. Welcome address was delivered by SBM (G) mission director, Er. Gwatilo Tep, while concluding remark was given by PHED SDO, Er. Martemsu T Imchen.