Staff Reporter
DIMAPUR, NOV 7 (NPN): Sumi Council Notun Bosti (SCNB) celebrated its Silver Jubilee on Saturday at NB/RB Fellowship, Notun Bosti, with chairman, Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC), Hukheto Yepthomi, as the special guest.
Addressing the gathering, DMC chairman Hukheto Yepthomi highlighted the historical significance of Notun Bosti, stating that the area had been an integral part of Dimapur since the town’s inception.
He said that the Sumi community residing in Notun Bosti had played important role in the growth and development of Dimapur, acknowledging the contributions made by the people over the years. He also recalled the contributions of several pioneers from the area, recognising their role in shaping the growth of the town.
Dwelling on the Silver Jubilee celebration, he maintained that Jubilee is an occasion to acknowledge the journey and contributions of the community while reflecting on its continued role in Dimapur’s development.
Emphasising the importance of collective responsibility, Hukheto further urged residents to extend their cooperation to DMC in its efforts towards the overall development of Dimapur, stressing that progress of the town required people to work together and maintain cooperation with the municipal body.
Calling for unity and shared commitment towards development, he urged the gathering to continue working together with the DMC for betterment of Dimapur, adding that collective efforts and cooperation would be important in taking the town forward.
Earlier, the programme was chaired by Tonilo Yeptho, invocation offered by Pastor, DSBC, Benjamin Sumi, and welcome address delivered by SCNB chairman, Phukato Zhimomi, while blessing prayer for the jubilee was offered by senior pastor, DSBC, Rev. Dr. ZK Rochill.
Highlights of the programme included choir presentation under the charge of SCNB cultural secretary, Aholi Yeptho, cultural presentations by SCNB advisor, Nikhevi Yeptho, and others, and a special number by Henitoli Chishi.
The vote of thanks was delivered by GB, Kikhevi Yeptho, while benediction was pronounced by Asst. WP, Rev. Hokheli Aye.