The Naga Students’ Union Delhi (NSUD) celebrated the 78th Naga Independence Day at Lodhi Colony, New Delhi.
DELHI, AUGUST 14 (MExN): Naga Students’ Union Delhi (NSUD), celebrated the 78th Naga Independence Day at Lodhi Colony, New Delhi. Delivering the welcome address, Jepi Y Chisho, President of NSUD reflected on the sacrifices made by the forebears and the foundation laid by them.
He emphasized that it is now up to the present generation of Nagas to carry forward their political aspirations. Asserting that “while we celebrate the resilience of the Naga people thus far, we must also look towards strengthening our resolve for realisation of Naga political aspirations,” he said.
Hepuni Kayina, senior Pastor, Mao Baptist Church, Delhi, delivered the keynote speech wherein he highlighted the difference between “the dreams of our ancestors and our generation” and reminded the audience of “the many sacrifices that our ancestors had made in our collective pursuit.” Drawing inspiration from how Israel emerged free after centuries of subjugation, he called upon the younger generation of Nagas to strength their resolve towards freedom and self-determination. He quoted AZ Phizo saying, "We shall do all humanly possible so that we will not go down in shame." He added that “while we may be invaded, we must not be subjugated.”
After pronouncement of special prayer by Caleb M Pamei, Pastor, Zeliangrong Christian Fellowship, Delhi, Ningreichon Tungshang delivered a message from the Naga People’s Movement for Human Rights followed by a message from Naga Scholars’ Association delivered by Dr R Khongreiwo.
Tomito Zhimomi, deputy speaker, NSUD, in his short message, lamented at the absence of any political solution in sight and made an appeal to the Government of India to bring about an early political solution, a press release received here from NSUD President, Chisho stated.
