Jacob Zhimomi calls for unity, collective progress at Ahuna festival

DIMAPUR — Aghunaqa HQ under Niuland district celebrated Ahuna, the post-harvest festival of the Sümi tribe, on Thursday, with Minister of PHED and Cooperation Jacob Zhimomi attending the event.

In his address, Zhimomi applauded the organisers, the Aghunaqa Kükami Kuqhakulu (Aghunaqa Area GBs Association) and all frontal organisations of the area, for bringing together the people in a grand manner.

He stated that in the process of rightfully celebrating the inimitable culture and heritage that define a community, people must continue to strive for the collective progress of Naga society by building bridges of hope and unity. He stressed that such occasions serve as a timely reminder of the significance of community bonding, the timeless values of which will be passed on to younger generations.

Acknowledging the presence of members of the All Assam GBs Association, Zhimomi expressed gratitude to them for their presence, which enriched the celebrations.

Maintaining that as neighbours, the people of both states share historical bonds that transcend geographical boundaries, he expressed hope that both Assam and Nagaland would always continue to uphold brotherly relations.

The event was attended by the deputy commissioner of Niuland, the additional deputy commissioner of Niuland, Dimapur Municipal Council Chairperson Hukheto Yepthomi, Nagaland Gaon Buras Federation representatives, 155 Battalion CRPF Commandant, and other officials.