KMC councillor Rutsa vows to work for development of ward, city

DIMAPUR — Ruokuovolie Rutsa, the newly elected councillor of Ward 3 (North Block) under the Kohima Municipal Council (KMC), lauded the peaceful conduct of the recently concluded urban local body (ULB) polls as a triumph of democracy during a thanksgiving programme held at the Capital Convention Centre in Kohima on Thursday.

Rutsa credited his victory to the collective efforts of voters and party members, expressing his gratitude to Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, NDPP president Chingwang Konyak, and Advisor School Education and SCERT, Dr. Kekhrielhoulie Yhome, among others.

Addressing a gathering, Rutsa promised to serve the ward and the city tirelessly for the next five years. He emphasised the ward’s diversity, which covers five colonies—Pezielietsie, Keziekie, Gaurilane, Kenuozou, and Mission Compound. Highlighting the presence of various Naga tribes and residents from outside the state, Rutsa called for unified efforts to enhance the ward.

NDPP Kohima region president and chairman of NHHDL, Prasielie Pienyü, congratulated Rutsa and highlighted that the NDPP’s strong performance in the ULB elections is a testament to public confidence in the party and Chief Minister Rio’s leadership.

Pienyü stressed that the ULB polls laid a solid foundation for preparations for the 2028 state assembly polls.

Reiterating CM Rio’s assurance of support for all councillors in the development of the city, Pienyü acknowledged the challenges awaiting the councillors after a 20-year hiatus in ULB elections. He encouraged the newly elected councillors to work diligently for the progress of the city and its residents.

As the NDPP won the majority of seats in the district, Pienyü mentioned that proposals were made by winning NPP and independent candidates to join and merge with the party.

However, he said that the NDPP is in no hurry for such requests, stating that these matters will be discussed later.