KG Kenye and Dr Tseilhoutuo Rhutso with others during Platinum Jubilee celebration of GSUK held in Kohima on December 13. (Morung Photo)
Our Correspondent
Kohima | December 13
The Gorkha Students’ Union Kohima (GSUK) celebrated its Platinum Jubilee under the theme “Bridging Generations – Aspiring Futures” at the GPPK Multi Utility Hall, Chandmari, Kohima on December 13.
The Platinum Jubilee celebration brought together community leaders, students and government representatives, reaffirming shared history, mutual respect and hopes for an inclusive future where the aspirations of Gorkhas and workers are addressed within a just and stable policy framework.
The event was graced by Nagaland Power and Parliamentary Affairs Minister, KG Kenye and MLA of Kohima Town, Dr Tseilhoutuo Rhutso, as the chief guest and guest of honour respectively.
Nagaland Gorkha Association President, Nobin Pradhan, in his address, described the 75-year journey of GSUK as a landmark achievement rooted in the resilience of the Gorkha community in Kohima.
Tracing the union’s origins to 1950, just after the Battle of Kohima, he said the organization had never gone defunct in seven and a half decades, reflecting the strength and unity of the community.
Pradhan acknowledged the support and acceptance of the Naga people, particularly the Angami community, stating that the Gorkhas had never faced hostility despite difficult and turbulent times in the state.
The jubilee programme chaired by Jenny Lamechane Chhetri, Vice-President commenced with the Deep Prajwalan (lighting of lamps), followed by the rendition of the GSUK Theme Song by the GSUK Jubilee Choir. Meghraj Lama, President, GSUK, delivered the welcome address and highlighted the organisation’s journey, achievements, and contributions over the past 75 years.
A key highlight of the celebration was the release of the Platinum Jubilee Souvenir by Minister Kenye and MLA Dr Rhutso. Jubilee greetings were extended by Santu Thapa, President, GPPK; All Nagaland Gorkha Students’ Union President, P John Thakuri and Kohima Village Students Union president Khriesaneikuo Kire. The jubilee celebration concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Karan Chetri, Games & Sports Secretary, GSUK.
