Mon, November 18 (MExN): The 8th annual conference of the Tobu Area GB Association concluded here at Changlangshu Village, Mon on November 17 with MLA and Advisor NBDA/NEPED Naiba Konyak as the chief guest and Rev. Dr. Chingmak Kejong, Secretary ECS, Tuensang as the main speaker.
Taking a reference from the book of Exodus in the Bible about how God called Moses out of a burning bush to lead the Israelites out of Egyptian bondage, the Reverend pronounced that every profession is holy in the eyes of God and exhorted the GBs and Village Council Members under Tobu sub division to perform their assigned duties and responsibilities diligently and be accountable in the eyes of our creator. He further encouraged the congregation to broaden their horizon and work together with a renewed vision in meeting the challenges of the present times. Earlier, the MLA encouraged the GBs of the subdivision to remain united and work for the progress of the area they represent.
More than 100 GBs from 18 villages under Tobu subdivision participated at the conference.
Short speeches were delivered by ADC Tobu, SDO (Civil) Monyakshu, BDO Tobu and Konyak Union President, Tobu Unit followed by various cultural presentations.
The following new office bearers of the association were selected for the tenure 2017-2021: President: B.N Wanmai; Vice President: S Bechung Homang; General Secretary: Sheangpong; Joint Secretary: Thongo Mangnyak; Finance Secretary: Neangba; Executive Chairman: Changsin.
