Kohima: Minister of Public Health Engineering and Cooperation Jacob Zhimomi joined the Sümi tribe on Thursday at Aghunaqa headquarters in Niuland district. The crowd gathered to mark Ahuna, the traditional post-harvest festival. Organizers from the Aghunaqa Kükami Kuqhakulu, the local Gaon Burahs Association, drew praise from the Minister for uniting the community.
Zhimomi told the assembly that culture defines a community. He pushed for collective progress across Naga society by building bridges of hope. The Minister highlighted the need to pass timeless values to younger generations. He also noted that these festivals provide vital reminders about the strength of community bonds.
The event saw a notable turnout from across state lines. Zhimomi welcomed the All Assam Gaon Burahs Association, stating, "People of Assam and Nagaland shared historical bonds that transcended geographical boundaries." He expects the two states to maintain their brotherly ties.
Other dignitaries attended the celebration as well. The list included the Deputy Commissioner of Niuland, the Additional Deputy Commissioner, and DMC Chairperson Hukheto Yepthomi. Representatives of the Naga Gaon Burahs Federation and the Commandant of the 155 Battalion CRPF were also present. Dr. Luhevi K. Achumi, a retired District and Sessions Judge and former president of the Western Sümi Hoho, served as the Ahuna Papu of the day.
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