Nagaland Election: NDPP candidates kick off campaign

February 10, 2023 37 Views No Comment

Our Correspondent
Khonoma | February 10

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio today participated in the campaign kick-off programme of Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) candidates- Salhoutuonuo Kruse for 8th Western Angami and Dr Kekhrielhoulie Yhome for 10-Northern Angami-1. The programmes were held in separate venues.

Salhoutuonuo Kruse
Sharing her vision to the supporters at Khonoma village in Kohima district, Kruse announced that she will be contesting this election under the slogan ‘Change for equitability & good governance.’

Kruse, a former president of Angami Women Organization, said that her vision is to work for equal infrastructural development and representation of urban and rural areas. She aspires to improve the quality of life of the people by enhancing good governance, peace and security. Kruse stated that youth and women empowerment, skill development and employment are also part of her vision, adding, she desire to create a model constituency for equitable delivery of the developmental activities.

Seeking the blessings and support of the voters, Kruse assured to work and serve the community for all round development and progressive society.

Kekhrienuo M Mor, President, NDPP Women Organization, Kohima region requested the people to cast their vote in favour of Kruse and turn the trust, given by the party, into an asset for the party. Khrielakuo Sekhose, political advisor to NDPP candidate also delivered short speech. The programme was chaired by campaign director Khrielievi Chüsi.

Dr Kekhrielhoulie Yhome
In his declaration speech, Dr Kekhrielhoulie Yhome, NDPP candidate for 10-Northern Angami-1 sought for the support and blessings of the people of his constituency. Even while expressing that he has his own weaknesses and shortcomings, Dr Yhome however assured that he would give his best for the welfare of the people.

An indoor stadium with a capacity of 20,000 or more is being planned for which a space is being sought for in Meriema under a budget of Rs 55 crore. Announcing this during the campaign kick-off programme for Dr Yhome 1 at Kohima Village Ground, CM Neiphiu Rio said such a stadium will be able to host the most popular indigenous sport of Nagaland—Naga Wrestling or any other indoor games. The local ground in Khuochiezie, which has been hosting the sport, he said is not spacious enough to accommodate all its fans besides the lack of parking space right in the heart of the town.

On the other hand, with the Kohima Medical College starting its academic session this year, he highlighted that a request has been made to the Centre to make it a regional institute, for which he is hopeful for a positive result. Given the lack of resources in the state, he said if it is made a regional institute, the cost funding for doctors’ salary, establishment and running cost would come from Delhi.

With the time for the 14th NLA Election, he exuded hope that NDPP would get majority. Stating that there is a need for development in so many areas, he also added, “Whether it is the NDPP candidate here or elsewhere, please vote for them so we can form a strong government and work for the welfare of the Nagas. I hope you will let us serve the Nagas again.”

Invocation was said by Rev Fr Dr Visosie-o Solomon Vizo, Parish Priest, St John the Evangelist Church, Khonoma, exhortative songs by Moka Koza, special song by Whourie’s Family while Er V Neiba Pienyü, President, 10-Northern Angami-1 AC chaired the programme.