Phek, September 6 (MExN): Along with the rest of the Pochury Communities settling in different parts of the state, the Pochury Students’ Union, Phek Town (PSUPT) on September 6 observed ‘Black Day’ here at Phek Town as a mark of respect and honour to the departed souls of Matikhrü Massacre on this day way back in 1960.
According to a press statement issued by PSUPT President Luthsuchu Trakgha, Matikhrüi Massacre of 6th September 1960 is a testimonial tragedy for the Pochury people which painfully instill into the minds of the entire Pochuries both old and young and would remain a historic event thereafter.
The ‘Black Day’ was observed in the district head quarter town after 55 years of its tragic massacre was first of its kind since 1960. Terming the observation as successful, the PSUPT President stated that, other than Pochury people, several dignitaries and well wishers share their solidarity with the Pochury students’ community. Those who spoke during the occasion include, Tshurhosie Kajiry, Neihite Akami President Phek Town Youth Society and Kudukhoto Tetseo Ex-President PTCSU too contemplated the sad memories of Matikhrü Massacre with a crowd of more than 500 participants, Kekhwewru Kapfo, instil the sad atrocities faced by the forefathers of the Nagas and inspired to further import such observation in the near future.
Earlier, Wevitho Pastor PBCPT invoked opening prayer while Ngutsolo Thrie, Assistant Pastor PTBC pronounced the closing prayer.
