Officials and others during the observance of 7th Sumi Martyrs Day at the Martyr's Park, Sukhalu on December 28.
Zunheboto, December 28 (MExN): The 7th Sumi Martyrs Day was observed at the Martyr's Park, Sukhalu on December 28. It was organized by a group of likeminded citizens of Zunheboto along with members of Sumi Hoho, STH, SKK, ZSTH, GBs Association Zunheboto Town, NGOs and well wishers.
The 7th Sumi Martyr's Day organizing committee in a press release stated that in the past, the event was marked with much significance with numerous of Sumi people arriving from all walks of life to pay their reverence for the Martyr. However, this year the pandemic situation has compelled the organisation to limit the delegation to few.
Dr Huskha Yepthomi, former Sumi Hoho President, while delivering a short speech reminded that Sumis should never fail to observe two important events- August 4 (Sumi Patriots Day) and December 28 (Sumi Martyr's Day).
Dr Huskha stressed that the three brave souls who lies beneath the grave at the park stood as an epitome that “Sumi Men folks shall never fail to defend the honour and dignity of their womenfolk even if sacrificing their life matters. Their deeds shall not go in vain it will endure the sands of time.”
Rev Dr Daniel Chishi, Pastor ZTSBC offered prayers for the Martyrs and their families, which was followed by lying down of wreaths by different Sumi organisations. The Sumi Martyr's Day concluded with candle light memorial service at Centre Point, Zunheboto.
