Naga People’s Front ends Zunheboto tour with key meeting focusing on organisation.
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DIMAPUR — The Naga People’s Front (NPF) central team concluded its tour of Zunheboto division constituencies on Saturday, with a consultative meeting held at the Multi-Purpose Hall in 35 A/C Zunheboto.
According to a press release issued by the NPF Zunheboto division, the meeting was attended by party leaders, divisional officials, and grassroots workers.
The tour, which commenced on March 23, covered multiple constituencies under the division, focusing on strengthening organisational structure, reviewing ground-level activities, and strategising for future political engagements.
During the meeting, Khehoshe H Yepthomi, president of NPF Zunheboto division, lauded party workers of 35 A/C for their consistent support to legislator KT Sukhalu, who has been elected for two consecutive terms.
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He urged party functionaries to maintain close coordination with leaders of the 17 villages and 13 sectors under the constituency and extend full support to Sukhalu for a third term.
Yepthomi also commended Sukhalu’s performance, stating that the legislator has been actively working for the welfare and development of Zunheboto.
He added that during the recent Budget Session, Sukhalu raised several key issues concerning the constituency and continues to pursue their resolution.
Addressing the gathering, Kuhoi Zhimomi, general secretary of the Central Office Bearers (COB), stressed the importance of party discipline among members.
He remarked that while elections are meant to be a “festival of democracy,” they have increasingly turned into a “festival of alcohol and vote-selling” in Nagaland.
Highlighting the issue of high campaign expenditure, he noted that election spending in the state often exceeds INR 5 crore.
Drawing a comparison with Mizoram, Zhimomi said election expenses there typically range between INR 15–25 lakh, with much of the cost attributed to airfare for voters residing outside the state due to limited rail connectivity.
He expressed optimism that if NPF candidates are elected across all six constituencies in Zunheboto, elections could instead become a “festival of development” and “youth empowerment.”
Kakheho Yepthomi, secretary of COB NPF, called on party leaders to actively monitor developmental works, particularly roads and infrastructure, given Zunheboto’s status as a district headquarters.
Meanwhile, Vikaho Zhimomi, vice president of NPF Zunheboto division, urged party members to remain united and avoid internal discord. He encouraged them to demonstrate sincerity through their work and ensure Sukhalu’s re-election to facilitate continued development.
He also reminded members of Zunheboto’s significance as a representative centre of the Sumi community and cautioned against being influenced by monetary inducements from political rivals.
The programme also featured speeches from various party wings highlighting their concerns, along with presentations by general secretaries of different constituencies, who shared development reports.
The central team expressed satisfaction with the tour, commending the Zunheboto division for its hospitality and cooperation, and noted strong grassroots support and engagement throughout the programme.