Jacob Zhimomi, Kudecho Khamo and others at the inauguration of a Type-C flat quarter for administrative officers at Niuland on Monday. (EM Images)
Type-C flat quarter inaugurated for administrative officers at Niuland
NUILAND — Minister for PHED and Cooperation Jacob Zhimomi has called for greater unity and cooperation among Naga communities, urging people to remain patient as the state faces development challenges and limited financial resources.
Zhimomi was speaking at the inauguration of a Type-C flat quarter for administrative officers at Niuland town on Monday in the presence of Advisor to Civil Administration Works Division (CAWD) Kudecho Khamo.
The minister said the state government was trying to do justice to all districts with the funds available, adding that the newly inaugurated project represented the best possible output for the district under the circumstances.
Addressing the development expectations of the people, Zhimomi said all parts of Nagaland continued to face challenges and called for patience, particularly among young people awaiting faster development.
He stressed the need for the government to engage with the younger generation and explain the realities and limitations under which it was functioning.
Zhimomi also expressed concern over the fragmentation of “overground politics” in the state, noting that there were more than 30 political groups. He said the political situation needed to be addressed for Nagaland to achieve greater development.
He further highlighted the lack of industries and opportunities in trade and commerce, saying limited opportunities within the state were compelling people to seek employment and other opportunities outside Nagaland.
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The minister said development required the proper functioning of overground politics and cooperation among different sections of society, including the Church and the government.
Calling for greater cohesion among Naga tribes, Zhimomi urged communities to adapt to one another’s practices and work together despite differences.
Referring to his interactions with people from different Naga communities outside the state, he said communities had supported one another and stressed that such cooperation should also be reflected within Nagaland.
He urged the people to appreciate one another despite differences and work towards a cohesive and developed Nagaland.
Development needs collective responsibility — Khamo
In his address, Advisor Khamo, urged citizens to take responsibility for protecting and maintaining government properties, stressing that public assets were created for the benefit of the people.
Speaking on the need for collective responsibility in carrying forward Nagaland’s development efforts, he said government initiatives and infrastructure could serve their intended purpose only when citizens contributed to their upkeep.
He called for shared responsibility to help realise the goal of a developed Nagaland.
He highlighted the importance of administrative infrastructure in delivering public services, stating that Nagaland had more than 1,400 General Administration buildings, including offices of deputy commissioners, additional deputy commissioners, sub-divisional officers and extra assistant commissioners, besides government guest houses.
He said the infrastructure would enable administrative officers to serve people effectively in different parts of the state.
He appreciated Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio’s initiative in bringing development projects to Niuland and thanked Zhimomi for his efforts towards the development of the area and the state.
The advisor said several initiatives had been taken under Zhimomi’s leadership, both within his constituency and beyond, including the upcoming new Deputy Commissioner’s Office Complex in Niuland.
Meanwhile, Khamo urged the Sumi community to take the lead in promoting Naga unity, acknowledging its contributions and achievements in various fields.
Earlier, Deputy Commissioner of Niuland TL Kiusumong Tikhir, in his welcome address, described the inauguration as a much-awaited project for administrative officers.
He said the building would help bridge critical gaps in administration and contribute to the well-being of officers.
Daniel H Lotha, Assistant Engineer, CAWD, Office of the Commissioner, Nagaland, Kohima, presented the technical report. He said construction of the building began in 2023 and was completed in 2026.
The building has an RCC structure with a slab on the first floor, while the roof is made of Dyna roofing.
The programme was led by Omegali, EAC Headquarters, Niuland.
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