EMN
Dimapur, January 27
Chessore Area GBs’ Union celebrated 25 years with a program during January 27-28 with the theme “to promote village administration” at Chessore town under Shamator headquarter. Parliamentary Secretary for Municipal Affairs, Economics & Statistics, R Tohanba attended the function as the chief guest.
Speaking during the occasion, Tohanba urged the GBs of the area to be wise as guardians of customary law. GBs should use wisdom wisely in every decision making and give appropriate justice to the people, he said stating that although article 371 (A) of our constitution has given power and functions to the Nagas, we should not misuse but rather set an example of the Naga judiciary system to world.
The politician also called upon the people to maintain peace and tranquility towards neighboring villages and tribes which is the need of an hour. He also said that fast development comes only where there is peace.
Pastor of Chessore Village Baptist Church, Rev. Kumkiuba pronounced the dedication. The chief guest unveiled the monolith marking the silver Jubilee program.