Our Correspondent
Phek | November 7
Democratic Alliance of Nagaland (DAN) chairman and NPF Legislature Party leader Kuzholuzo (Azo) Nienu today called upon the youth to take peace and unity as their first and foremost priority in creating a conducive and progressive society.
Speaking at the first general conference of Phek Area Youth Front (PAYF) at Phek village, Azo said PAYF has been formed comprising 22 villages and termed its creation as the need of the hour.
“We have so many miles to go,” he said, urging the youth to have better coordination in ushering peaceful atmosphere in the society. “It is very important to protect our own interest but let us also always remember not to encroach on other’s interest, thereby creating enmity.”
Azo said one need not necessarily confront but one should have healthy debate in order to resolve any issue. The aim of any argument, he said, should not be victory alone, but one should aim at compromising and healthy debate and resolve the issue amicably.
Speaking on the occasion as the guest of honour, MLA Yitachu called upon the youth to cope with the various changes taking place in the Naga society, be it social life, religious, economic, governance system and organizational set up.
Urging the youth to make a throughout assessment whether the change is going towards the positive or negative direction, he asked them to take a pragmatic step to face various challenges ahead. Youth contribution is a must in building a vibrant society, he stated, adding the society cannot grow without the young generation.
Urging them to play a pivotal role, he also called upon them to adopt a comprehensive strategy and take the society in the right direction. Also stating that youth are the treasure of the society, he called upon the elders to guide and extend fullest cooperation in their approach.
Chakhesang Public Organization (CPO) president Kekhwengulo Lea thanked PAYF for affirming their stand to the Chakhesang community resolutions on several aspects and at the same time asked them to focus on unity, peace and community’s welfare. He also asked them to stand committed towards unity and trustworthiness.
PAYF president Besuve Vese said PAYF aims to build strong relationships with its constituent units and create a vibrant and supportive environment to its community members. Keeping in mind the chaotic and turbulent political scenario of the state, Vese said that PAYF shall support good and upright leadership. PAYF and its constituents will extend all support, promotion and uplift the leadership of the area without any ism or biasness, he asserted.
During the conference, Phek Area Youth Front resolved to safeguard area interest particularly boundary and land disputes, to protect wildlife and flora fauna and to check illegal immigrants and anti-social elements.
PAYF also questioned the state government as to why the following projects have been stopped: Road development and interstate connection from Phek town to Lanye; NLCPR project at Kurehuba to New Runguzu; Phek town shopping complex under urban development; Rs.13 crore under disaster management for Phek district has been diverted to Peren. “If the government does not reply before November 30, PAPO and PAYF will be forced to take its own course of action,” it added.
