NPP Nagaland marks 13th foundation day with renewed commitment

DIMAPUR — The National People’s Party (NPP), Nagaland State, on Monday observed the 78th birth anniversary of the party’s founder, Late PA Sangma, along with the 13th foundation day of the party, at the state party office, Dimapur.

In a press release, the NPP Nagaland informed that the twin event on the theme ‘For the people, with the people.’

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NPP Nagaland Vice President K James Vizo, in his address, highlighted the significance of NPP in Nagaland’s political landscape and stressed the need for collective effort to take the party forward with a vision for the 2028 elections.

Remembering Late PA Sangma as a statesman who championed the rights of tribal and marginalized communities and strongly advocated for the Northeast at the national level, Vizo emphasised that NPP is not just a political party, but truly “the People’s Party” as reflected in its theme.

He also urged party members, as Christian cadres, to uphold prayers for leaders and policymakers, quoting 1Timothy 2:1-2 and Romans 13:1, reminding that authority is divinely ordained for governance and service to the people.

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He further extended greetings on behalf of the State President A Nyamnyei Konyak to all members across the state.

NPP Nagaland Vice President Rosy Yanthan, in her welcome address, acknowledged the sacrifices of Sangma in building the NPP and urged members to carry forward his vision of inclusive development and justice for the Northeast.

A brief history and tribute to the NPP founder was presented by Ranjit Singhvi, General Secretary (IPR) and Spokesperson, who recalled the inspiring leadership of Sangma — from his humble beginnings to becoming one of the tallest leaders of the nation — and how his values laid the foundation for NPP as the only national party emerging from the Northeast.

Solidarity messages were shared by district leaders, including Yansuthung, District President NPP Wokha, who expressed his commitment to strengthening the party’s grassroots presence and encouraged youth to actively engage in politics.

Zato Sumi, NPYF District President Dimapur, reminded the gathering of the vital role of youth in nation-building and pledged the youth wing’s steadfast support to the party’s leadership and people’s aspirations.

Earlier, the programme chaired by Oliva Murry, state executive member, commenced with an invocation prayer pronounced by Khehoshe Wotso, State Secretary.

Meanwhile, a 10-member delegation comprising state NPYF, NPWF, and state office bearers, led by General Secretary (Adm) Chuba Jamir, attended the national NPP event at Tura, Meghalaya, and will also participate in the All-India Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the party scheduled on September 2 at Tura.

“The observance concluded with a mass prayer, cake cutting ceremony, and light refreshments, marked by unity, reflection, and a renewed commitment to carry forward the vision of the late founder while working tirelessly for the people of Nagaland under the banner of the NPP,” the release stated.