The three youth icons from Nagaland at the National Youth Festival, Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025.
DIMAPUR, JANUARY 19 (MExN): Three of Nagaland’s prominent young leaders—Rishav Sethi, CEO of NITI Nagaland and a celebrated motivational speaker; Themsao Khiamniungan, founder of Alomei Cosmetics; and Pangerkumzuk Longkumer, Founder and Director of Nexus Cipher Guard India and a renowned cybersecurity expert—made a significant impact at the National Youth Festival, Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025. The event, which brought together youth from across the country, served as a platform to discuss and shape India’s future.
Representing Nagaland as trailblazers, the trio joined their peers in thought-provoking discussions on ten critical themes of national development. These included steering India towards sustainability, leveraging technology for progress, transforming the country into a global startup hub, promoting cultural heritage alongside growth, boosting agricultural productivity, advancing infrastructure, enhancing manufacturing, building a healthy nation, empowering youth, and uplifting women and social indicators.
Their active participation underscored their commitment to innovation and progress. Pangerkumzuk Longkumer’s contributions stood out, particularly on the importance of digital security in the modern era. His expertise in cybersecurity earned him a prestigious invitation to join Prime Minister Narendra Modi for an exclusive lunch. During this rare opportunity, Longkumer shared his insights on the future of cybersecurity, emphasizing its role in India’s development.
Rishav Sethi and Themsao Khiamniungan also left their mark, with Sethi’s motivational discourse inspiring attendees and Khiamniungan’s entrepreneurial journey with Alomei Cosmetics highlighting the role of innovation in creating opportunities for women and youth. Their presence at the festival reflected the spirit of Nagaland’s youth—forward-thinking, resilient, and deeply engaged in shaping a better future.
