BJP 39 Sanis AC mandal office inaugurated in Wokha

DIMAPUR — The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) 39 Sanis Assembly Constituency (AC) mandal office-cum-Atmanirbhar Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan was inaugurated at Sanis 39 AC Mandal, Wokha, on Thursday.

According to an update, Rhanbemo Odyuo, president of BJP Wokha, inaugurated the new office and, in his address, congratulated the 39 Sanis AC Mandal for establishing its office despite challenges and financial constraints.

Odyuo emphasised the importance of hard work and dedication, citing the example of Pius Lotha, a pioneer of the BJP in Nagaland who contested the MP election in the 1990s from Lakhuti village, 39 Sanis AC Mandal. He also highlighted the achievements of Deputy Chief Minister Y Patton, who has been contesting from 37 AC and has “brought development to all the constituencies”.

He expressed hope that one day a BJP candidate from this constituency would achieve victory and urged members to work harder and not be complacent, adding that BJP has many activities lined up, and following state and national initiatives would help strengthen their leadership skills.

Senior BJP Wokha Vice President Nongothung Kikon underlined the importance of understanding the BJP’s guidelines and working system. He urged party karyakartas to commit themselves to the betterment of society and take responsibility with sincerity.

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Ekonthung Kikon, president of 37 Tyui AC, congratulated the 39 Sanis AC mandal for setting up the new office, describing it as one of the first of its kind at the mandal level in Wokha district. He expressed hope that the new office would encourage new member enrolments and eventually lead to a BJP legislator from the constituency.

Jenithung Lotha, president of 38 Wokha AC, credited the present leaders for their efforts in establishing the office and expressed optimism about future achievements through collective effort.

Nzano P Kikon, deputy chairperson, Wokha Town Council, expressed appreciation for the successful establishment of the office despite the constituency not having its own legislator. She acknowledged potential challenges but expressed confidence in the dedication of the office bearers, encouraging everyone to cooperate to strengthen BJP at the grassroots level.

The inauguration ceremony, chaired by Mhademo Lotha, general secretary of 39 Sanis AC, also included the dedication of the office by Rev. Khodao Mozhui, pastor of Hachang Baptist Church.

Odyuo hoisted the BJP flag, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the party in the constituency, while Nzano P Kikon cut the ribbon to officially open the office.

It was mentioned that the office was sponsored by Benjamin Yepthomi, state president, who had paid the house rent until December. During the programme, John Patton was inducted as secretary.

The event was attended by BJP office bearers, councillors from Wokha and Bhandari, and state office bearers, among others.

The second session featured the Atmanirbhar Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan Vidhansabha Sammelan, with a keynote address by Rentsamo P Jami, state council member.

Jami highlighted the humble beginnings of the mandal with only a few members and its subsequent growth. He credited the deputy chief minister for the party’s progress and expressed optimism for continued collaboration.

The BJP Wokha unit extended special gratitude to L Zaremo Kikon, convenor of the State Atmanirbhar Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan, for his support in making the programme successful. The session concluded with karyakartas taking the Atmanirbhar pledge, chaired by Yanthanshan Yanthan, IT Cell convenor, 39 Sanis AC mandal, and member of the Atmanirbhar initiative.