Nagaland an equal partner in nation building — Governor

Dimapur, Jan. 25 (EMN): Governor of Nagaland and Assam, Prof. Jagdish Mukhi on Tuesday said that Nagaland needs to explore its untapped potential of resources and enhance productivity in all sectors.

The Governor, in his 73rd Republic Day message, shared that Nagaland had achieved momentous milestones as the 16th state of the Indian Union, making it ‘an equal partner’ in nation building, and added that the State had made an ‘indelible mark in the march towards growth and development of the country.’

“Surely, our people will reap the benefits and propel the State in the road to progress and prosperity of an Atmanirbhar Bharat,” he said.

Mukhi asserted that the State is better prepared today to meet the challenges of Covid-19, and with assistance from the Government of India, “our State Government has made significant capacity building in the health sector to combat Covid pandemic”.

He also urged to recall the nation builders and the architects of the Constitution “who framed a unique Constitution birthing our identity as a sovereign democratic republic”.

“Our nation has emerged stronger and more dynamic amidst the turbulence and challenges both internal and external, guided by the core principles of this remarkable document that ensures liberty, equality and justice to all its citizens,” read the statement.

He also paid homage to the heroes and martyrs whose sacrifices led to the creation of the nation.

“We express our gratitude to the members of the Armed Forces and Security Forces whose constant vigil and sacrifices keep our country secure and peaceful. We fondly remember those whose toils have made this Union great and glorious,” it stated.

Meanwhile, he also lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for making improvements and meeting the challenges of Covid-19.

“We have made remarkable improvements in our health services and delivery systems. We have made significant accretions in hospital beds, medical oxygen, ventilators, essential medicines, and also improved our logistic capabilities. The concern that our children might be more vulnerable in the Third Wave which we all feared, vaccines for children under 18 is in progress now.

“In our journey of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, while we take pride in the glories of the past, we would do well to introspect on the core values enshrined in our Constitution. I am confident that if we all come together in unity defying all seeming barriers separating us, our State will be on the path to progress and development.   Let us reiterate our commitment to peace to ensure a progressive and robust Nagaland,” it added.