Advisor Kudecho Khamo inaugurated the Kohima Thipüzumi Community Building and urged communities to create assets, embrace entrepreneurship, and promote self-reliance.
KOHIMA — Kohima Thipüzumi Community Building at Upper Agri Colony, Kohima, was inaugurated on Friday by Advisor for CAWD and Taxes, Kudecho Khamo, who attended the event as the special guest.
Addressing the gathering, Khamo congratulated the Thipüzumi community on the completion of the building, describing it as a pioneering initiative envisioned for the welfare of future generations.
He observed that the Chakhesang community has traditionally invested significantly in Naga nationalism and social events, while comparatively less attention has been given to creating community assets, strengthening the economy, and undertaking long-term development projects.
The advisor urged other villages and communities to emulate the Thipüzumi community by creating community assets and focusing on income-generating initiatives.
Khamo acknowledged the Thipüzumi community for its leadership in public and religious spheres and thanked the villagers for their continued support.
Describing Thipüzumi as a blessed village, he encouraged the community to continue serving as a role model through its unity and collective efforts.
He also lauded the community for its pioneering work in agriculture and horticulture, noting that its achievements have brought recognition to Nagaland and inspired neighbouring villages to undertake similar initiatives.
Reiterating the "One Family: One Project, One Entrepreneur and Prayer Time" initiative, Khamo said positive social transformation is taking place in the Chozuba Assembly Constituency.
Calling upon students and youths to prepare sincerely for competitive examinations, he said government jobs alone cannot meet the aspirations of the younger generation.
Instead, he encouraged entrepreneurship and farming as sustainable livelihood options, urging people to utilise the state's natural resources and locally available produce.
Khamo stressed that no amount of government funding or development strategy could bring meaningful progress unless people are honest, hardworking, and willing to take responsibility.
He urged citizens to move away from a culture of dependency and instead pursue opportunities within their own communities through rational thinking and self-reliance.
He further remarked that as long as Nagaland continues to depend on central funds while lacking honesty and a strong work ethic, the state cannot achieve genuine progress.
Additionally, Khamo called upon the people to preserve their culture, identity, and heritage while strengthening their regional identity to ensure the continued development and progress of Naga society.
Architect Medozho Zango led the plaque dedication ceremony, while the dedicatory prayer was offered by Rev. Vesotsü Rhakho, Pastor of Police Union Baptist Church, New Reserve, Kohima.
During the formal programme, Building Committee Convenor Metsevoyi Tetseo presented the committee's report. The programme was chaired by Dr. Rüpfühü Rose, Chairman of the Thipüzumi Welfare Society Kohima (TWSK).