Nagaland Two Wheeler Taxi Association Kohima celebrates its 7th Foundation Day at Tsiesema Basa with 420 riders.
DIMAPUR — The Nagaland Two Wheeler Taxi Association (NTWTA), Kohima HQ, celebrated its 7th foundation day at Tsiesema Basa on October 2. The association currently has 420 registered riders and 17 executive members.
Special guest Medoviu Suohu, KMC Councillor of Ward 18, in his address, highlighted the need to create more opportunities for indigenous people within the community.
According to an update, he also appealed to the NTWTA and the government to give greater importance to riders who are already operating in the line under permits owned by others.
In his welcome address, NTWTA President Keneisalie Belho said the occasion was not merely a day of celebration but also an opportunity to remember the association’s journey, recognise its achievements, reflect on its challenges, and renew its commitment towards growth and progress.
He said the NTWTA plays an important role in providing transportation services to the public, with its members working hard every day to earn an honest livelihood while serving the needs of the people. He stressed that unity, cooperation, discipline, and dedication would enable the association to continue improving its services and upholding the dignity of the profession.
Belho encouraged members to maintain discipline, follow traffic rules, prioritise road safety, and treat passengers with respect and responsibility. He also pointed out the importance of maintaining good relations with the community, village authorities, youth organisations, and other associations.
The programme also featured the presentation of the Best Rider Award to Choyoli, in recognition of his discipline and good conduct.
The award was sponsored by the family of Kekhriesilie V Rio, who has been sponsoring the award every year since 2022 in his memory. Kekhriesilie V Rio was remembered as one of the association’s finest riders and a valued member. He joined the association in 2019 and remained an active and dedicated member for four years before passing away on August 13, 2022, at the age of 33 following an illness.