- KOHIMA — A
delegation from the Sumi Community Old Ministers Hill, Kohima, led by chairman
Obed Kinimi and general secretary Vitoka K Aye, paid a courtesy visit to
Tovihoto Ayemi, Advisor for Tribal Affairs and Election, on Thursday at his
official residence in Old Ministers Hill, Kohima.
- Speaking on the occasion, Ayemi encouraged the Sumi
Community to act as a responsible organisation, fostering relationships with
other Naga communities in the state capital. He urged them to set a positive
example that benefits Naga society.
Obed Kinimi and Vitoka K Aye with Tovihoto Ayemi in Kohima
on Thursday.
- He noted that working in civil society organisations is
voluntary service but emphasised that leaders are chosen for their capability
to take responsibility. He encouraged the community to continue preserving and
practising indigenous Sumi cultural heritage and games, ensuring the present
generation can appreciate and carry forward the rich culture.
- Vitoka highlighted the upcoming Tuluni Festival, scheduled
for July 8. He said the community is preparing to showcase indigenous cultural
games in a unique way, including traditional fire-making by junior age groups,
folk songs, ululation competitions for males and females, püxa kuxu competition
for women, tug of war competition, indigenous war dance, Thishole women's folk
song, and many more.
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- The Sumi Community Old Ministers Hill, Kohima, currently
comprises 86 households. The community celebrated its silver jubilee on July 7,
2018.
