Kohima Bureau
Kohima, Dec. 2 (EMN): Dzüdza village, an off-shoot of Jotsoma village under western Angami region, was officially inaugurated on December 2. The new village is located along the National Highway 29 covering almost six/seven kilometres between the state capital and Sechü Zubza, the sub-divisional headquarters of the western Angami region.
The formal inauguration of the village was done by Rokozhalie Gwirie, chief engineer, department of Power, as the chief guest. Mention be made that the state government had passed the recognition order of the village on October 12, 2017.
In his address, Gwirie stated that Dzüdza village, with its creation, will now become the gateway to the state capital.
“The length and breadth of the village stretches along the NH 29, and therefore, the village has the potential to become a centre for commercial activities,” Gwirie said and urged the villagers to render their best for the welfare of the village.Gwirie advised the denizens and leaders to have a strategic plan on how to move ahead, rather than randomly approaching every developmental activity, while he also urged for a collective effort from all concerned in order to push the village towards greater heights.
“In becoming the gateway of Kohima, there is a bright prospect for this village to become a centre of all kinds of activities, including hotels, parking for taxis and trucks. It is in our hands to make it a well-planned village/town,” Gwirie remarked.
Guest of honour Megolhousie Nagi, chairman of Jotsoma Village Council, also expressed high hope that the new village would one day grow up to become a commercial centre.
“Being located on the stretch of national highway, the people of this village will have maximum benefits and advantages. Therefore, take the challenge to lead the way,” Nagi said.
President of Western Angami Public Organisation, Lhouphrevilie Rino expressed his happiness and welcomed the new village to its fold on behalf of the people.
The programme was chaired by Visakholie Nisa, while Howeho kro-u presented a folk song. Secretary of organising committee, Kepelhuto Nakhro gave a brief history of the village formation and while the vote of thanks was tendered by K Senotsu.
Earlier, the chief guest also unveiled a monolith which was erected in remembrance of the recognition of Dzüdza village. The dedicatory prayer for the village and the monolith was pronounced by the pastors and reverends of Jotsoma village, led by Rev. Savito Nagi.
