Nagaland Governer PB Acharya and Lady Wife with others during the People’s Festival Khezhakeno 2018 cum Inauguration of Chida Resort at Khezhakeno Village under Phek District on November 10. (Photo Courtesy/ PRO to Governor)
Kohima, November 11 (MExN): Nagaland Governor PB Acharya attended People’s Festival Khezhakeno 2018 cum Inauguration of Chida Resort at Khezhakeno Village under Phek District on November 10 as the Chief Guest.
The Governor in his speech acknowledged the hard work of the Khezhakeno people for hosting the ceremony to mark the opening of the tourist destination spot Chida Lake Resort and expressed hope that the Chida Lake will be a tourist hot spot in the State.
Stating that preserving history and culture will keep the authenticity of the land, the Governor hoped that the younger generation will realize the importance of culture and heritage which makes the people and the land unique.
The Governor also harped on the importance of one’s mother tongue. He called on the youth to preserve one’s own language as it is the identity of that person. “We must stay in touch with our roots,” he added.
Acharya also presented the Governor’s Meritorious Certificates to two outstanding students from Khezhakeno village during the occasion.
Minister for Planning & Coordination, Land Revenue, Neiba Kronu lauded Governor Acharya for taking various initiatives for promoting and preserving cultural identity.
The programme was chaired by Additional Secretary, Kevekha Kevin Zehol while the welcome address was delivered by President, Khezhakeno Youth Organisation, Senovielhou Koza. The inaugural programmed was also marked with cultural performances by various troupes and a traditional blessing by Chairman, Khezhakeno Village Council. A brief account of the festival was given by President, Tenyimia Public Organisation, S Kepfelhou Ladu while President Rengma Hoho, Kenyenseng Tep delivered the greetings.
