Dimapur, Jan. 23 (EMN): National People’s Party (NPP) Nagaland observed ‘Parakram Diwas or Desh Prem Diwas’ to commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose at its party’s office in Thahekhu/Kevijau, Dimapur, on January 23.
The event was organised by the NPP state minority cell (non-tribal) wherein its state president, Dr. Andrew Ahoto Sema, attended the occasion as the chief guest.
After unfurling the national tri-colour, the chief guest spoke on the life and works of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose and his sacrifices in the freedom struggle of the country, an update from the state minority cell stated. He also encouraged the gathering to emulate the values of courage, truth and justice as reflected through the life of Netaji.
He further expressed gratitude to the state minority cell for organising the event in a befitting manner.
Highlights of the event included lighting of lamps, offering flower petals at the portrait of Netaji and singing of national anthem.