Chizokho Vero
Chiephobozou | February 11
Former Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio today asserted that the NPF –led DAN government during its regime had spent sleepless nights for rapid development and welfare of the state. He, however, said that the developmental activities have been stalled following the imposition of President’s Rule in the state, thereby depriving the people to access opportunities and developmental packages.
Terming the imposition of PR in the state as “illegal” and “unconstitutional,” he said that it was insult to Nagas and blamed the Congress for bringing PR to Nagaland.
Rio recalled that the it had petitioned the Governor of Nagaland to recommend revocation of President’s Rule in Nagaland and to re-instate the DAN government following the Supreme Court’s dismissal of two petitions challenging the interim order passed by Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) Speaker in respect of 3 Independent MLAs and an earlier general direction also issued by the Speaker on August 21, 2006. Rio, however, said that the matter is silent till date.
Speaking at the NPF general meeting of 11 Northern Angami II Assembly Constituency here today, Rio highlighted various achievements of NPF-led DAN government during its term and declared that it will be the endeavour of DAN alliance to strive for many more developmental activities in consonance with its vision statement.
In a very confident mood, Rio declared that the regional party is at the brighter side and it is in a position to form the government again.
Rio further added, that the DAN alliance will continue to develop the basic infrastructure of the state and will pursue the rights of the Nagas
Recalling that the regional party has initiated many programmes in the state, Rio announced that it has many visions and policies and it will make it a reality for the rapid development and welfare of the state.
Also speaking on the occasion, NPF president Dr. Shurhozelie Liezietsu sought support from the people of the constituency to vote Neiphiu Rio with a thumping majority so as to enable him to continue to lead the people of Nagaland.
Dr. Liezietsu said its first and foremost agenda is political solution of the Indo-Naga problem.
He said that the NPF-led DAN government has contributed significantly towards the development of the state during its regime, adding that many more things are in the pipeline if voted to power again.
He categorically said that there is no leadership problem within DAN alliance, adding that it has reiterated and confirmed the leadership of Neiphiu Rio.
MP Wangyuh Konyak, convenor NPF Election Committee said that the people of 11 Northern Angami II Assembly Constituency were fortunate as the former Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio represented this constituency. He said that Rio will head the NPF –led DAN government if it comes back to power.
The function was chaired by Peter, president NPF 11th Northern Angami II Assembly Constituency while Kuovisie-o Rio CEC NPF member tendered vote of thanks.
Welcome song by Spectrum, Chiephobozou, Naga Idol 2007 Rokovotuo and NPF Band also marked the function.
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