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(Top)-PSUPT President Luthsuchu addressing the gathering (Bottom)- Dignitaries speaking during the observation.[/caption]
Dimapur, September 6 : Along with the rest of the Pochury communities settling in different parts of the state, the Pochury Students’ Union, Phek Town (PSUPT) today observed the ‘Black Day’ at Phek town as a mark of respect to the departed souls of Matikhrü Massacre on this day way back in 1960. According to a press statement issued by PSUPT President Luthsuchu Trakgha, Matikhrüi Massacre of 6th September 1960 is a testimonial tragedy for the Pochury people which painfully instilled into the minds of the entire Pochuries both old and young and would remain a historic event in course of time. The ‘Black Day’, observed after 55 years of its tragic massacre was first of its kind since 1960. Terming the observation as successful, the PSUPT President stated that, other than Pochury people, several dignitaries and well-wishers shared their solidarity with the Pochury students’ community. Speakers during the function included Tshurhosie Kajiry, Neihite Akami President Phek Town Youth Society and Kudukhoto Tetseo Ex-President PTCSU. Over 500 people participated. Earlier, Wevitho Pastor PBCPT invoked the opening prayer while Ngutsolo Thrie Asst. Pastor PTBC pronounced a closing prayer.
