Chairman of the Nagaland Bamboo Development Agency Nuzota Swuro inaugurates Chesezu-Tsiesema Krotho Generation Park at Jalieliezie, Tsiesema village
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KOHIMA — Chairman of the Nagaland Bamboo Development Agency (NBDA) and former MLA, Nuzota Swuro, on Saturday called for revisiting and upholding good age-old practices to be passed on for posterity.
He was addressing the inauguration programme of the Chesezu-Tsiesema Krotho (CTK) Generation (Nuoyie) Park at Jalieliezie, Tsiesema village, as the chief guest. The Generation Park was built to honour the legacy of Tsiesema village, which was founded by hunters from Chesezu village.
Swuro spoke about the divine plan of God and said that despite the geographical distance, the relationship between Chesezu and Tsiesema was destined, leading to the establishment of the village. He added that this relationship continues to exist in history and should be upheld.
He also stated that Chesezu is a historical village from where many other villages were established across various areas and communities, with many paying yearly taxes to Chesezu in earlier times to honour the legacy and seek protection.
The chairman highlighted the significance of the Sekrunyi festival, also known as the sanctification festival, observed ritually to invoke the Almighty’s blessings.
Swuro stressed the significance of the age-old practice of respecting elders and emphasised that this should continue to be practised and passed on to future generations.
According to him, Nagas are bountifully gifted with beautiful culture and attire, which are not primitive but decent and presentable, besides having human resources, talents, a good climate, and natural resources. He said people should acknowledge these blessings, praise God, and make the best use of them.
The chairman stated that historically, Nagas did not have jails, police, or law-and-order or administrative authorities. Yet, in the absence of such systems, three words — “Menga, Thisu and Kenyi,” referring to social taboos meaning shame and forbidden — governed society and enabled people to coexist and live in peace, while the law of nature guided daily life.
However, he expressed concern that these values are diminishing today. Despite numerous law books, many anti-social elements and issues persist in society. He therefore called for revisiting and upholding the old taboos and gennas.
Furthermore, Swuro emphasised the need to strengthen bonds between the citizens of Tsiesema and Chesezu and invoked God’s blessings of good health and prosperity for all.
Kruzo Mere, former VCC of Tsiesema Basa, shared the history and legacy of Tsiesema village in Kohima, which was founded by hunters from Chesezu village under Phek district, and how cordial relations were maintained over the years. He invoked oneness and coordination among citizens of the two villages even in the future.
Muleyi Khesoh, former VCC of Chesezu village, also highlighted the significance of the bond shared by the two villages and called for better understanding and coordination for posterity.
Short speeches were delivered by Mulenyi Nienu, VCC Chesezu Nasa, and Chupfuo, former VCC Tsiesema Basa.
The welcome address was delivered by Khrielezo Khro, chairman of the Tsiesema Village Council. The programme was led by Zacuyi Nienu, chairman of CTK, and vote of thanks was tendered by Basuyi Khesoh, chairman of the Chesezu Welfare Association Kohima.
Chieliekro-u, Tsiesema, and Zenith Band enthralled the gathering with special songs, besides a folk song presented by women of Chesezumi.
Earlier, Nuzota Swuro inaugurated the Generation Park monolith, and a dedicatory prayer was offered by Rev. Zhowhuyi Nyekha, senior pastor, CCRC Upper PWD Kohima.