Dimapur Urban Council Chairman Federation holds 5th general conference at Town Hall, Dimapur.
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DIMAPUR — The Dimapur Urban Council Chairman Federation (DUCCF) held its 5th general conference at Town Hall, Dimapur, on Saturday.
Speaking at the event as special guest, Chairman of the Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC), Hukheto Yepthomi, commended the federation’s dedication and service to the people of Dimapur.
He mentioned that in the absence of the municipal council for a long period, civil society organisations like DUCCF had shouldered the responsibility of the city, while appealing to the federation and all organisations present to extend their support and cooperation to the DMC.
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Describing the DUCCF as a representative body of various urban councils, he said it has acted as a constructive pressure group and appreciated the valuable advice and guidance shared with the DMC.
Expressing concern over the fast-disappearing sense of community in Dimapur, he observed that traditionally, the Naga sense of community was rooted in clan, village, region, and tribe.
While deeply ingrained and not entirely negative, he said it has often resulted in the adverse effects of tribalism.
The DMC chairperson asserted that Dimapur presents an ideal opportunity to broaden the definition of community by looking beyond tribal and village boundaries and building a more inclusive society.
“Man is a social animal. Without community, we become isolated beings. This may explain the growing mental health issues and lack of purpose, especially among our youth,” he said.
He mentioned that community matters now more than ever and suggested focusing on initiatives that blend urban realities with social needs, such as developing public parks and spaces, organising local events, and promoting community activities that go beyond business and profit to bring people together.
“We are the architects of tomorrow’s Dimapur. The strength of Dimapur lies in each of us, and the strength of each of us lies in Dimapur. Together, we can transform today’s challenges into tomorrow’s victories,” Yepthomi added.
Guest of honour and president of Naga Council Dimapur (NCD), GK Rengma said that God has blessed Nagaland with a special language —Nagamese —and despite tribalism and different dialects, Nagamese unites and help Naga people communicate with one another.
He mentioned that the NCD, established in 1949, represents all Naga tribes in Dimapur with the motto “All in one.”
Rengma lauded the Dimapur administration, police, and civil society for maintaining law and order, and commended the DUCCF for its dedicated works, expressing hope for continued positive developments in the future.
He also appealed for the recognition of four colonies currently seeking approval, which would increase the number of recognised colonies from 97 to 101.
Speaking on the Nagaland Liquor Total Prohibition (NLTP) Act, which has been in force for 37 years, he said that the NCD and other apex civil society organisations had conducted research, compiled documents, prepared a booklet, and submitted representations to the governor, chief secretary, and chief minister seeking relaxation of the act for Dimapur district alone.
Clarifying that they are neither opposing the government nor the Church, he said the present situation is not working and that another representation would be submitted to the government this month.
Short speeches were also delivered by Thejao Sekhose, president of the All Kohima Ward Municipal Council (AKWMC), and Limasashi Ao, president of the All Ward Union Mokokchung Town (AWUMT).
Meanwhile, the new DUCCF office bearers for 2026–2028 were announced at the general conference.