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Dimapur VOL. VIII ISSUE 319
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Trying to tear down the past prohibits you from building up your future
Amar Singh, Taylor three other MPs named as discharged in next of kin cash-for-vote case by pilot killed [ PAGE 08] in plane
EW Clark’s statue unveiled at Akhoya [ PAGE 02]
Miss Nagaland devotes a day for orphans
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reflections
By Sandemo Ngullie
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Saturday, November 23, 2013 12 pages Rs. 4 –Lil Wayne
Magnus wins world chess title [ PAGE 12]
‘naga nationalism must be awakened’
NMA calls for trust among Naga groups
DIMAPUR, NOVEMBER 22 (MExN): President of the Naga Mothers Association, Abeiu Meru has called for respect and trust among the various Naga political groups. “The nobility of being able to forgive each other must become the starting point of reconciliation for the common Naga cause and the common good,” she stated. Meru said this while All our politicians do is build speaking at the 6th Naga houses, buy foreign cars and Unification anniversary then think about roads. of the GPRN/NSCN on November 22. Calling for peace and reconciliation, Meru asDear Subscribers, serted, “We are all Nagas Please inform us if The and one family. There will Morung Express is not be misunderstandings and being delivered to you shortcomings as we are all on a regular basis by human.” She appealed that your paper hawker. “no matter what factions, Contact us directly at: all political prisoner(s) 9856230555. President, GPRN/NSCN, Gen. (Retd) Khole Konyak (R), President, Naga Mothers Association, Abeiu Meru (C) and Ato We are open to sug- Kilonser, N Kitovi Zhimomi (L) are seen arriving to attend the 6th anniversary of ‘Naga Unification’ which was held at the must be unconditionally released in the true spirit of gestions, constructive GPRN/NSCN designated Khehoi Camp, some 25 km from Dimapur on November 22. Photo by Caisii Mao criticism and feedback about how The Morung Morung Express News the GPRN/NSCN designatExpress can improve its ed Khehoi Camp, some 25 reporting and raise soDimapur | November 22 km from Dimapur on Nocially conscious issues. This will increase the GPRN/NSCN President, vember 22. “To create a common newspaper’s relevancy General (Retd) Khole and responsiveness to Konyak has asserted that future, our positive vision our readers. the spirit of Naga national- must be grasped properly acceptable political so- of stubborn Naga youth shall tional connection among The Morung Express ism must be awakened once by the Naga people. There lution with GoI is not far rise and claim their God giv- the Nagas”. Khole said. GPRN/NSCN Ato Kilonagain so that a “united pur- is a great danger in defying from us.” The GPRN/NSCN en land”, Khole said. On allegations that ser, N Kitovi Zhimomi, in his suit” to the undying Naga na- people’s will,” Khole said and leader however cautioned tional goal can be achieved. pointed out that the first in- that watching silently and GPRN/NSCN is ignoring the address said ‘Unification’ “Unless a people come terim government in Naga- observing from the top will rest of Nagas in Manipur, was initiated six years ago together with purpose, land, the swift formation of not make anyone a patriot, Arunachal Pradesh and As- as per the desire of Naga DIMAPUR, NOVEM- peace will remain elusive. Revolutionary Government and NGOs, intellectuals and sam, Khole stated that these public. Likewise, ReconciliBER 22 (MExN): The Our past achievements, of Nagaland, signing of Shil- believers in Naga nation- allegations are visionless, ation among Naga political Nagaland Tribes Coun- our labor, efforts and sacri- long Accord and split in the hood must stand and par- short sighted and illogi- groups was put into motion cil (NTC) and the Eastern fices will have no meaning; NSCN in 1988 were tragic ticipate in Nation building. cal. “The state of Nagaland under the aegis of Forum for Naga People’s Organiza- solution will remain a mere chapters in Naga history. “Protracted Indo-Naga is the sheet anchor if we Naga Reconciliation (FNR) tion have written to the dream”, the GPRN/NSCN He said if Nagas focus political problem needs con- are to reach to our people to complement the unificaNagaland Chief Minister, president said. their mind and spirit on certed effort. GPRN/NSCN in our ancestral land. It is tion process with the aim of Neiphiu Rio reiterating Khole was address- true peace and “if we act informs the GoI that unless our launch pad to continue forming one Naga National their “earlier stand against ing the 6th anniversary of upon what we say during an acceptable political set- strengthening social, cul- Government comprising of the inclusion of Rongmeis ‘Naga Unification’ held at peace meetings, I believe tlement is inked, thousands tural, historical and emo- all Naga Political Groups, as a recognized tribe in Nagaland state.” The representation appended by Thepfulhovi Solo, NTC President; Nribemo Ngullie, NTC General Secretary; Chidambaram to review the to be looked after by Jorhat central institutions/offices Chingmak Chang, ENPO matter urgently, and to re- South Regional Office, which in Nagaland has resulted in President and Thamlong store the SBI Regional Office will cause inconveniences less employment opportuniPhom, ENPO General Secat Dimapur at an early date. to the branches located in ties for the youth. The CD raretary stated that despite Rio reminded that Jorhat Nagaland and Nagaon areas tio in Nagaland is also-poor, the lapse of five months already has a set Regional of Assam. “It appears that hovering around 35 %, as after the submission of KOHIMA, NOVEMBER Office, and stated that “there some people with vested against the national average the ENPO representation, 22 (MExN): Nagaland Chief is no logic in having two SBI interests are furnishing of more than 65%, informed dated June 25, 2013; the Minister, Neiphiu Rio has Regional Offices in Jorhat, wrong and one-sided Infor- the CM. “Hence, SBI being government has not taken written to Union Finance which are being named as mation about the situation the lead bank in Nagaland, any steps to address the is- Minister, P Chidambaram Jorhat North Region and in Dimapur, which might the presence of its regional sue. As such, the NTC and regarding the shifting of SBI Jorhat South Regions.” He have led to this decision to office in Nagaland is conENPO have urged the gov- Regional Office headed by added that Nagaland with shift the SBI Regional Of- sidered necessary to monitor the functioning of all the ernment to immediately Deputy General Manager lo- about 61 Branches, Nagaon fice,” stated the CM. The CM lamented that banks in Nagaland more efaddress the demand of the cated at Dimapur to Jorhat. areas of Central Assam havtwo organizations to derec- The Nagaland CM urged ing about 34 branches, are the absence of important fectively,” he asserted. ognize Rongmei as a tribe in Nagaland, “in the interest of the Nagas.”
ATTENTION
GPRN/NSCN unconditionally release NSCN (K) Kilonser, K. Yimchunger
NTC and ENPO on ‘tribe recognition’
Urges inclusion of women and youth in negotiations
Reconciliation.” Meru further stated that Naga women today are well aware of women’s rights and stressed on the necessity to create political space for women participation in all decision making processes. “We hope as an organization, your leaders will support the international principles of gender equity both within the ranks of your organization and different spheres of our society,” she added. Meru termed it “a shame that an Act passed by the State Assembly to empower women through
Kitovi added. However, he stated that moves for reconciliation and one Naga National Government were stalled as the NSCN (IM) did not maintain transparency and refused to reveal their charter of demand in their talks with the GoI. The Ato Kilonser said that since GoI has ruled out “sovereignty” and “Naga integration”, now it was upto the people to provide direction on the future course of action – whether Nagas should seek other means of settlement or stick to the original demand for sovereignty. Kitovi also hit out at NSCN (IM) for banning the Nagaland Tribes Council and the ACAUT Public
reserved seats in towns, was again revoked by the same Assembly under flimsy excuses.” She added that this “discrimination and serious violation of constitutional rights is being challenged by Naga women in the Supreme Court.” “No society can hope to progress without women, and in the case of Nagaland, without the other half of the population,” she added. Meru urged for inclusion of women and youth in peace negotiations with the GOI, to ensure lasting peace. Stating that “the tragedies of our past history of fratricide and senseless killings have blotted the pages of our struggle,” Meru urged the leaders at Khehoi camp to lead the way for better understanding among all Naga Political Groups.
Awareness rally. As a gesture of reconciliation and forgiveness on the occasion of the 6th Unification anniversary, the GPRN/NSCN unconditionally released NSCN (K) Kilonser, K. Yimchunger, who was earlier held captive by them. Apart from Naga Mothers’ Association (NMA), FGN/NNC, Vice President, Zhopra Vero; NNC (NA) General Secretary, Hozheto Chophi and representatives from various organizations and NGOs including ACAUT, Central Nagaland Tribes Council, The Naga Blog, Dimapur Naga Students’ Union and Nagaland GBs Federation spoke on the occasion.
Restore Dimapur SBI regional office: Rio naga chef finale today
Nagaland CM writes to Union Finance Minister
Lost and Found: Elephant in Jalukie
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JALUKIE, NOVEMBER 22 (MExN): Following reports of a stray elephant destroying farms, horticulture crops, bamboos etc in Mhainamtsi village jurisdiction, under Jalukie sub-division, District Administration, Police and forest officials brought the animal under control by hiring a few mahouts. Informing that the elephant is under safe custody, the SDO (Civil), Jalukie has informed the rightful owner to claim the elephant with proper documents within 15 days from the day of publishing this notice. After expiry of fifteen days time, no claim will be entertained, added the note. The note informed that further queries can be made at 9436424122.
Governor calls for accountability and integrity
KOHIMA, NOVEMBER 22 (DIPR): Nagaland Governor, Dr. Ashwani Kumar has called upon government employees to serve the people with accountability and integrity. He stated this while speaking at the Confederation of All Nagaland State Services Employees’ Association silver jubilee at NBCC Convention Centre, Kohima on November 22. The Governor expressed optimism that good governance would emanate from the association members as an outcome of the event. He referred to the 64 thousand educated unemployed who had registered for the recently concluded Job Oriented Mela at Dimapur and reflected on the magnitude of employment seekers. He also felt that the state government ought to direct all Educational Institutions towards imparting professional disciplines. He recapitulated the role and the efficacy of the then few government servants who were involved in rendering their services to the Naga people, right from the Memorandum to the Simon Commission, the Ninepoints and the 16 points agreements.
CANSSEA celebrates Silver Jubilee
He pondered as to why the present day government servants are not similarly being involved in rendering their services. Nagaland Chief Minister, Neiphiu Rio said that the occasion should be a time for retrospection on the successes and failures of the association and to set its future goals. The Chief Minister stated that both the elected members and selected bureaucrats should serve the people, but only in different capacities as policy makers and policy implementers respectively. He expressed that government employees should feel and act as the servants and not the masters of the people. He pointed out that from the total population of the State, 6% are government employees and almost 65% of the state’s budget is spent on them. As such, he said that government employment has reached saturation stage. The time has arrived for seeking employment outside the state and therefore those already em-
ployed within are the lucky people, he added. Chief Secretary, Alemtemshi Jamir said that the expectations of the people are upon the politicians as well as government employees. The Chief Secretary in his speech queried whether in the present context, “the system is killing us or the system is being killed by us” with particular reference to the “various chain effect syndrome” of the election practices. He felt that in order to forge ahead “we must examine ourselves and our society, developments and progress of the world, awareness of policies of countries around us such as China and Burma andalso thepolicies of India, particularly its look east policy.” This general awareness must guide us in forging ahead with a vision and conviction for the future generation, he added. He further urged all CANSSEA members to remember the essence of Christianity and called upon government servants to particularly remember “the love of neighbour and not behave like Cain in discharging their duties, so as to be true government servants to the people.”
Contestants of The Naga Chef, Season 1 collecting herbs and spices for their respective dishes. Source: Facebook/Nagachef.
Morung Express News Kohima | November 22
The Grand Finale for the Naga Chef Season 1 will be held on November 23 at Hotel Vivor with Nagaland Chief Minister, Neiphiu Rio as its Chief patron. The top four finalists are Imnanungsang Lkr, Aketoli Zhimomi, James Chemben Ngullie and Gilbert Humtsoe. For the finale, the four finalists will be preparing a buffet for 200 people. The finalists will be allotted four hours where they have to finish preparing everything for the buffet. “Win or lose I am really happy that I participated,” says Aketoli Zhimomi, the only woman contender, who feels that she has more
pressure to win the competition compared to the other male finalists. She states that the previous rounds were nerve wrecking and very competitive. She affirms that the Naga Chef has given a good platform to all amateur cooks and that she has learned a lot about Naga food because of the competition. “We are all hoping for the number one spot,” states James Ngullie, a father of two, who enjoys cooking for his family and his customers. James feels that he has learned a lot through the competition. “For us it was only passion where we usually focus on the cooking and the tastes but not the garnishing etc but all these matters.”
Alezo Kense of Synergy Group Enterprise informed that the various rounds have tested and tried the culinary skills of the contestant. “They have really improved but the Grand Finale is going to be a tough one for them,” he added. An important feature of Naga Chef is that that all the food products used in the pantry which consists of almost 200 ingredients are local and organic products. “Authenticity is the key objective we focus on while judging,” adds Alezo Kense. The four finalists will be allotted one stall each during the Hornbill Festival. Monetary assistance has also been given, however, making it profitable will be up to them, stated a press note.
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