Kohima: The Sümü Hoho held an Ahuna Musical Evening in Suruhuto town on November 13. The Suruhuto Area Public Organisation hosted the event. Tokavi Achumi, Commandant of the 8 NAP Battalion at Naltoqa, served as the special guest. Hukiye Yepthomi, President of the Central Nagaland Tribes Council, attended as the tribal guest alongside MLA and Advisor for Youth Resources and Sports S. Keoshu Yimkhiung.
Achumi urged the crowd to guard their heritage. He highlighted the environmental weight of the tradition, advocating for bamboo and leaf utensils to cut plastic waste. He warned against turning the celebration into a profit scheme, noting that "the original spirit of simplicity, humility and gratitude should remain central to the celebration."
Yepthomi pushed for deeper unity within the Sümü tribe. He argued that real progress demands shared vision and collective work. Leaders need support, he said, adding that criticism must go hand-in-hand with cooperation to reach group goals.
Otova Swu chaired the event. Salomi Shikhu and Katoni Awomi served as comperes. Lashiho Chishi, Pastor of Suruhuto Town Baptist Church, opened with prayer. The Mahila Band of the 15 NAP (IR) Mahila Battalion and several local artists provided music.
The town prepares for the Ahuna cum Mini Hornbill Festival 2026 on November 14. PWD Minister G. Kaito Aye will attend as the Ahuna Father. Deputy Speaker S. Toiho Yeptho serves as the chief host for the event, which centers on Sümü and Yimkhiung cultural exchange.
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