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Kohima: A monolith dedicated to the legendary Lotha warrior Ranphan Jami was unveiled on June 5 at Jonsü, Longla village. The memorial recognizes the ancestor for his historic feat of slaying a tiger that had killed nine women in a single day. The Jamitsü Ekhüng organized the ceremony to finalize years of research into the warrior’s life and his final resting place.
Rev. A. Khyolamo Jami, Senior Pastor of the Purana Bazar Lotha Baptist Church, performed the dedication. Y. Motsuthung Jami, chairman of Jamitsü Ekhüng, unveiled the stone and shared the inscription detailing the warrior’s courage. Nrio Jami, 80, highlighted the significance of the project, stating, "The warrior continues to be remembered across the Lotha community through the tale passed down from generation to generation."
Local leaders including Head GB of Longla Village Council Phyonphyamo Ngullie and Head GB of Nrung Longidang Village Council Thungsemo Ngullie confirmed the site as the traditional graveyard of the warrior. They noted its historical role as a landmark during ancient hunting expeditions. The Longla Village Council praised the Jami clan for successfully preserving this piece of heritage, which had been a long-term goal for the community.
Landowner Vanthungo, who provided the site with the consent of the Jami clan, encouraged the public to help maintain the memorial. Organizers expressed their hope that the site will serve as a hub for visitors to learn about and disseminate the history of Ranphan Jami for future generations.
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