Minister of Planning and Coordination, Land Revenue and Parliamentary Affairs, Neiba Kronu graced the inaugural programme of “Kami Nöhlhi Mehpö Tychü” held on December 22-23 at Kami Village under Pfutsero sub-division, Phek district as special guest.
According to a DIPR report, the “Kami Nöhlhi Mehpö Tychü” is an event where all citizens of the village come together and take part in various community activities.
Speaking at the community gathering on the first day, Kronu shared his experiences growing up in Kami Village, and expressed happiness that people could come together in such events to know their roots and heritage.
He also encouraged the people to organise such programmes in the future and make efforts to promote and preserve their culture and tradition and pass it on to the future generations.
Stressing on the importance of cleanliness, Kronu urged the citizens to maintain cleanliness, be hygienic and be a model village for others to emulate.
The minister also inaugurated Kyetsa, a village gate, and unveiled a monolith commemorating the occasion.
On the second day, the community observed “Rünie Rahzhe”, which is a practice observed during Rünie (paddy festival) where all abled-citizens of the village come together and carry firewood.
In this age-old practice, the men cut down trees and make loads of firewood for the women to carry back to the village. In order to keep this tradition alive, the community took part in the event wearing their traditional attires. Minister Kronu also inaugurated a multi-purpose hall at Kami Village on December 23.
