- DIMAPUR — The Poumai Naga Naotumai Me Dimapur (Poumai Naga
Women Union) celebrated its 25th Anniversary under the theme “Growing Together
in Unity” at the Poumai Baptist Church, Dimapur, on Tuesday.
- Speaking at the event, Chief Guest Amongla Ashiho
Asoumai, an entrepreneur, stated that women play a pivotal role in the growth
of children, families, and society.
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A portion of the crowd at 25th Anniversary of Poumai
Naga Naotumai Me Dimapur on Tuesday. (EM Images)
- She emphasised the importance of preserving and
learning one's native language, noting that it is crucial for effective communication,
social connections, building relationships, and fostering a sense of community
and identity.
- Amongla, who is from the Ao Naga tribe, shared that
she learned Poula (the Poumai language) within six months of marriage to a
Poumai and encouraged the gathering to learn their husbands' language,
highlighting its many advantages.
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- Guest of Honour Caroline Kezo, Deputy Manager, SBI,
Dimapur, shared how Poumai women have significantly contributed to societal
growth, particularly in education. She mentioned that the first Naga woman
pilot is from the community, alongside many other successful individuals,
including a DIG in the Indian paramilitary force.
- ‘I would like to encourage our Poumai women to be
role models in the family and society,’ she said.
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