Kohima: Residents of the Midland colony in Kohima gathered at the Midland Council Hall on October 2 to observe the 56th Midland Council Day. Chairman Menuokholie Kire opened the event by honoring the pioneers who founded the community in 1970. He described the area as one of the oldest and most peaceful parts of Kohima.
Kire praised the successful clearing of decade-old clogged drains along Box Cutting road and the Kohima War Cemetery. This fix followed a joint push by the district administration, the PWD, and local stakeholders. He also lauded the power department for installing two new transformers to boost local supply. He pushed for better waste management and asked for public cooperation on future projects. Work to do. Kire stressed that the current council team makes community welfare their top priority.
Kohima Municipal Council member Kekhrieselhou Metha urged the residents to stand together. He emphasized that unity drives progress. “We can achieve anything if we stay united,” he said. Neikhonyü Sote, a Head GB, reminded the crowd that Wezulhi and Reikielie Metha served as the first chairman and secretary of the council. Former Naga Mother's Association president Neidonuo Angami also addressed the attendees.
The council honored three GBs for their years of service: Neithonyü Sote of the Lower Sector, Khriekedou of the Middle Sector, and Obed Kent of the Upper Sector. Nino Zhasa, president of the Midland Women Organization, recognized the attending dignitaries. Khrielezo Vitsu chaired the event, while Pastor Liba Hopeson led the invocation. Thejazelie Tase gave the welcome address, Megono Tase performed, and property secretary Khoto Ngukha closed with a vote of thanks.
Updated at 3rd October 2026 at 2:00pm
Kire also encouraged residents to submit constructive ideas for the future of the colony. Pastor Liba Hopeson of the Poumai Baptist Church led the invocation, and Vice Chairman Khrielezo Vitsu served as the moderator for the proceedings.
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