Chizokho Vero
Ruzazho (Phek) | April 25
Nagaland State Governor P.B. Acharya today said that he will intervene to get recognition of Ruzazho village in Phek district as a National Heritage Village, as per the desire of the villagers.
Speaking at the two day seminar on ‘The Battle of Kohima and its impact to India’s freedom,’ here today, he said prayer for recognition of Ruzazho as a National Heritage Village is the most genuine one as the village is the first Indian National Army (INA) administered village in 1944.
Acharya showed deep regard and respect for Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose for his selfless dedication, patriotism and commitment towards the people, adding that he had always made personal contact and friendship with the local leaders.
The Governor reminded the gathering that India is a secular democratic country and there are no second class citizens. Every citizen is equal irrespective of cast, race and religion.
Asserting that India as a young nation where 68% of the population are youth, which according to him is the greatest asset of our nation, Acharya appealed to the Naga youths working outside Nagaland State to come back and contribute to the development of the State.
He also challenged the people of the State to change their mindset and make Nagaland a “golden Nagaland.” He said peaceful environment is required for all round development of the State.
Later, he unveiled a tablet in remembrance of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and INA who stayed and administered this village during its struggle for Indian freedom in the year 1944.
This tablet is also to honour those who gave their services to INA during its struggle, not only Ruzazho village and neighbours but all Nagas in Nagaland.
Prof. Dr. Purabi Roy, member Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR), said that there is the need to recognize this village adding that there is a need to also have a research centre, museum and memorial park in this village. Tripura Governor Tathagata Roy also addressed the inaugural function.
The inaugural function was chaired by Phek Deputy Commissioner Murohu Chotso while welcome address was delivered by Dr. Moanochet Longchar, Principal, Pfutsero Government College. Dr. Er. Vekho Swuro, chairman of NSCBMDS & Independent Scholar made introduction of the guests while vote of thanks was proposed by CSU president Dode Nakro.
Poswuyi Swuro of Ruzazho village and Vezo Swuro of Chesezu village, the two living witnesses of Subhas Chandra Bose and the INA troops’ stay at Ruzazho and Chesezu were felicitated during the inaugural service.
The seminar was organized by ICHR in association with Government College Pfutsero, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Memorial Development Society, Nagaland and Chakhesang Students’ Union.
The resource persons of the seminar included; Major General (Retd) Dr. GD. Bakshi; Dr. Purabi Roy, member of ICHR; Dr. Tapan Chattopadhyay, Ph.D. & D.Litt. in History; Dr. Er. Vekho Swuro, chairman of NSCBMDS & Independent Scholar; Abhijit Chaudhury, (Retd) History Professor of St. Edmunds’ College, Shillong; Rev. Savito Nagi, Independent Scholar; Kamal Dutta, Principal of Pranabananda Vidyamandir, Hojai, Assam; Tavezo Latso, Assistant Professor of Pfutsero Government College and Zhokusheyi Rhakho, Assistant Professor of Phek Government College.
Subenthung Kithan, President, Naga Students’ Federation (NSF), will speak at the valedictory session on April 26.
