LOCAL Briefs

NSF emergency meeting pre-poned

DIMAPUR, JULY 22 (MExN): Due emergence of upcoming serious issues, the emergency Presidential Council meeting of Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) scheduled for 25th July 2011 has been pre-poned to July 23, 2011 (Saturday) at 3:00 pm at NSF Conference Hall. Therefore, all the presidents of the federating units and sub-ordinate bodies are requested to take note of the change and attend the same without fail. It is also informed that this press release should be considered official intimation for all concerned as no separate information will be issued. Further, media-persons are requested to attend a press conference which will be held right after the meeting. This was informed through a press note issued by Kelhouneizo Yhome President NSF.

GB cautions person using fictitious name

DIMAPUR, July 22 (MExN): GB of Rio Colony, Signal, Pukuolie has taken strong exception to reports of some unscrupulous persons using fictitious name of the colony chairman as residential proof for availing mobile SIM card.  The colony chairman informed that on July 18, eight people had submitted forms for availing mobile SIM card purportedly signed by chairman of the colony as residential proof which was later brought to his knowledge by the company’s staff for verification. The GB clarified that none has been entrusted as village Council Chairman under the colony’s jurisdiction adding that the GB takes charge of every responsibility. He also added that no note pads were granted to any individual in regard to the colony’s affairs except the GB who has the sole responsibility in issuing forms of the residential proof.
In the light of the above stated circumstances, the GB has cautioned of stringent action against such person if caught and also urged the district administration/government to take stringent action against those defaulters. 

KDGBA terminates one on ground of corruption

DIMAPUR, July 22 (MExN): Taking action against the objection raised by many parties, the Kiphire district GB’s Association (KDGBA) has terminated one T. Shophu, GB and ex-VCC who was holding the post of working president, KDGBA on the ground of “corruption and influence of immoral practices committed against the village.”
This was stated in a joint press note issued by Salumi Village Council; NPF Party, Salumi; and representative from six khels of Salumi Village. The termination was made possible due to the timely action of Yangkimong Sangtam, head GB & president Kiphire District GBs Association. “This action against T Shophu shows that Yangkimong Sangtam, president KDGBA is truly safeguarding the institution of Naga culture and customs, for which the Salumi council and general public extends highest support under his leadership and pray for his longevity and wisdom from almighty,” the note added.
Meanwhile, the Salumi Village Council and general public along with the office bearers of NPF and all six khels have reminded that they are waiting for answer from T Torechu, MLA & Parliamentary Secretary CAWD over the ultimatum which will expire on July 10. They also mentioned about the case filed in the Court of Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate Kiphire for deliverance of justice and peace at Salumi Village.