Nagaland News: MP Phangnon attends 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, PYO bars members from NYM gathering, CBCK children ministry to mark golden jubilee and more
MP Phangnon attends 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum
DIMAPUR — Rajya Sabha MP S Phangnon Konyak attended the first day of the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum 2026 in New Delhi on Monday. The forum was inaugurated by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, according to an official update. The forum brings together parliamentary delegations from 21 countries, including 11 BRICS member countries and 10 partner countries, under the theme “Fostering Parliaments for People-Centric Development.” Following the inaugural session, Konyak participated in the second plenary session on innovation, themed “Harnessing Parliaments for Promoting Human-Centric Innovation in Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies.” The session focused on the role of parliaments in promoting human-centric innovation and ensuring the responsible application of emerging technologies through parliamentary cooperation.
NPGN/NNC (N/A) backs inclusive Naga settlement
President of NPGN/NNC (N/A), T Ovung, has reaffirmed his support for the Framework Agreement (FA) signed between the Government of India (GoI) and the NSCN (I-M) on August 3, 2015, stating that it could lead to an inclusive, lasting and acceptable political settlement for all the people of Nagalim. In a press release, Ovung noted that the Centre had signed two agreements concerning the Naga political settlement: the Framework Agreement with the NSCN (I-M) and the Agreed Position with the Working Committee of the Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs) on November 17, 2017. He said the Centre was now insisting on the principle of “one agreement, one solution” for the Naga political settlement. Ovung also stated that, according to sources he described as reliable, Ajit Lal had been appointed as the new interlocutor to resume the long-stalled Naga peace talks. However, he expressed uncertainty over the process, citing the reported reluctance of the NSCN (I-M) and the NNPG’s Working Committee to reconcile their positions and work together.
PYO bars members from NYM gathering
The Pochury Youth Organisation (PYO) has advised its members and constituent units to refrain from participating in the proposed public gathering convened by the Naga Youth Movement (NYM) at Lok Bhavan, Kohima, on October 28, in the name or official capacity of the organisation. In a press release, the PYO urged its members and constituent units to exercise discretion and uphold organisational discipline and collective responsibility, particularly on matters with wider implications for the organisation and the community it represents. The organisation clarified that no member or constituent unit should participate in the gathering in an official capacity on behalf of the PYO. The advisory, it stated, was issued to preserve organisational unity, maintain discipline and ensure that its actions remain consistent with the collective decisions and mandate of the Pochury community. The PYO also urged all members and constituent units to cooperate in safeguarding the organisation’s integrity, unity and collective interests.
Meluri holds mass social work
A mass social work drive was conducted across Meluri town and Meluri village on Monday, in preparation for the forthcoming visit of the Governor of Nagaland to the district. As part of the initiative, residents of Meluri town and Meluri village undertook cleanliness and sanitation activities in their respective localities, while officers and staff of various government departments carried out social work in their designated areas, a DIPR report stated. The drive aimed to promote cleanliness, maintain a hygienic environment and encourage collective responsibility among the public and government departments.
CBCK children ministry to mark golden jubilee
The Children Ministry of Chakhesang Baptist Church Kohima (CBCK) will celebrate its golden jubilee on October 31 and November 1 at CBCK under the theme, “Heritage of Hope.” Dr. Adela Mero, administrator and research executive at Rainbow Academy Resource Centre, Dimapur, and Vekuthonu Perikala, missionary at Dharamsala and former superintendent of the Children Ministry, CBCK, will be the speakers during the two-day celebration. The jubilee plaque will be unveiled by Rev. Dr. Kevekhalo Lasuh on October 31. The golden jubilee celebration will be held on November 1. A souvenir commemorating 50 years of the ministry will be released by Rev. Khrotso Mero during the morning service on November 1.