Advisor Kudecho Khamo urges Naga unity to chart way forward

KOHIMA — Advisor for CAWD and Taxes, Kudecho Khamo, on Saturday called for Naga unity to chart the way forward amidst Naga society’s challenges.

Addressing the Chokri Area Union Kohima (CAUK) general session 2025 held at Hotel Japfü, Kohima, the advisor observed that Naga society is faced with problems such as substance abuse, unemployment, and other issues.

Khamo emphasised the role of parents in addressing these challenges, as everything begins at home.

For a society or nation to progress, he opined that it does not solely depend on its resources, but on the leadership at the forefront. He however expressed concern over society’s resistance to change.

Asserting the need for a change in behaviour, approach, and thinking, he called for collective efforts to bring about change and development.

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The advisor observed that there are many issues confronting Naga society and urged thinkers and officers to deliberate and reflect for the greater interest of society through unity.

Speaking about the recently held Village Fair at Phusachodu, where the event marked the launch of “One family, one project; one family, one entrepreneur; and one family, one prayer time” initiatives under The Green Village Link, Khamo implored the need to inculcate a work culture that is biblically aligned with traditional values in order to address corruption.

He maintained that entrepreneurship is the way forward to address unemployment, emphasising dedication, while those aspiring for government jobs should be sincere and hardworking.

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Further, Khamo called for a resolve through willpower to bring change and urged for a mass movement to take up projects and entrepreneurship to achieve economic progress and growth. He also informed that, to encourage entrepreneurs, an amount of INR 1 crore will be mobilised with minimum interest to be given to hardworking farmers and promising entrepreneurs.

Commissioner & Secretary Zhothisa Dawhuo advised the people to be mentally and physically prepared for the reservation review and to accept it positively, irrespective of the outcome.

Considering the passage of highways through Chokri land, he urged the people to return to their villages, plan well for their livelihoods, and boost the economy. He also advised the community to live well and not bring a bad name to the community.

Rothihu Tetseo, IGP, urged the Chokri people to maintain their identity and understand the deeper meaning of being called Chokri.

He warned against individual championship in society, which brings disturbance, and called upon the people to think collectively for the good of society. He also expressed concern over the proliferation of many non-governmental organisations with profit motives and liabilities to others.

Tetseo expressed concern about people being too self-righteous and advised them not to abuse simplicity but to remain humble and rethink being too rigid.

Earlier, the welcome address was delivered by Cekrongoyi Theyo, secretary’s report was presented by Vevotso Medeo, and treasurer’s report by Sekhosa Chuzho.

The programme was led by Vephuta Rhakho.

Dozhohu Tunyi, convenor of the search committee, announced the new CAUK team. The new office bearers are Dr. Rupfuhu Rose (chairman), Vevotso Medeo (vice chairman), Cekrongoyi Theyo (general secretary), Nukhosa Chuzho (secretary), Vezhohu Khamo (finance secretary), Sekhosa Chuzho (treasurer), Kunezo Puro (publicity and information secretary), Vengota Nyekha (social and cultural secretary). The advisors are Zuhunyi Medeo, Shetsuyi Ruho, Posetso Thingo, and Khupo Kezo.