NPF Youth Wing holds Vision Mokokchung symposium to discuss development, infrastructure, leadership and governance
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MOKOKCHUNG — The Naga People's Front (NPF) Youth Wing, Mokokchung, organised a symposium on the theme “Vision Mokokchung” at the party’s division office in Mokokchung on Monday.
The symposium featured four panellists: Lanuakum, Deputy Chairperson of Mokokchung Municipal Council; T Imlisunep Ao, Principal of ITI Mokokchung; Dr. Imlirenla Walling; and Lanukaba, Vice President of COB.
Speaking on the topic “Reimagining Mokokchung,” Lanuakum said reimagining was essential for any organisation to keep pace with the changing dynamics of the world.
Highlighting the growing influence of Generation Z, he observed that future voters would increasingly belong to a generation that bases its understanding and decisions on facts and data.
He urged party workers to prepare a roadmap that would ensure an inclusive way forward for the party.
He further stressed that Mokokchung needs innovation to achieve growth, which requires population growth and the development of a liveable town for both local residents and outsiders coming for business.
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On development, Lanuakum called for fact-based, bold yet pragmatic approaches and emphasised the importance of remaining open to criticism during the implementation of development projects.
He also highlighted the need for stronger market linkages to promote the town’s growth.
“Leadership should accept criticism and make pragmatic decisions,” he asserted.
T Imlisunep Ao, speaking on “Rebuilding Mokokchung: Infrastructure & Economic Opportunities,” said that a strong foundation and the right initial steps were essential to achieving any vision.
He observed that even a well-conceived vision could fail to deliver the desired results if its foundation was weak.
He advised the youth to build a strong foundation and take the right steps towards achieving their goals within the timelines they set.
Dr. Imlirenla Walling addressed the topic “Reconnecting Mokokchung: Society, Culture & Community,” while veteran NPF leader Lanukaba spoke on “Rethinking Mokokchung: Politics, Leadership & Governance.”
Lanukaba advised the younger generation of party workers against allowing individual rivalries to shape political battles, stressing that political parties should instead focus on policy issues affecting the future of the people.
He reminded the youth that their responsibilities extended beyond merely escorting MLAs, stating that they had a larger role in deliberating on issues and making recommendations to legislators for policy decisions.
“If the leadership is good, then governance sails smoothly,” he said.
Lanukaba also suggested that the NPF establish a Human Rights Wing within the party to facilitate people and safeguard their rights.