New office bearers of ANSAM sworn in
Source: The Sangai Express / Newmai News Network

Senapati, October 09 2020: All Naga Students' Association, Manipur (ANSAM) saw a change of guards today with new office bearers being sworn in.

A programme under the name 'Change of Guard Ceremony' was held at Secretariat Complex, New Eden, Katomei village in Senapati district.

Speaking at the occasion, newly elected president of ANSAM, Wanglar Thiirtung Monsang, on behalf of the new team profoundly acknowledged and appreciated the outgoing ANSAM team for their "selfless sacrificial contributions and the vibrant leadership".

"ANSAM is a platform which emphasizes mainly on promoting the welfare of the students and deals in education sector and gives all round progress to the Nagas", the new ANSAM chief stated.

He maintained "we should strengthen and promote harmony, unity, integrity and solidarity amongst the Nagas".

ANSAM will always preserve and enrich the culture, customs and safeguard 'our common interest'.

Wanglar Thiirtung Monsang urged in particular all the Naga students to "never forget the past leaders, pioneers for their great selfless sacrifices and valuable contribution towards shaping and defining the destiny of ANSAM".

He added, "It is the right time to come forward and share the concerns to work together as a team unitedly without fear and without reproach".

Also speaking on the occasion, AC Thotso, general secretary of ANSAM expressed sincere gratitude to the 'election commission' of ANSAM, 2020-2022 namely, J Kumosha, 'returning officer', Reisangpem Shaiza, 'presiding officer' and SR Andria, 'polling officer' for the smooth conduct of ANSAM general election, 2020-2022 .

While expressing gratitude and appreciation to all the participants, Thotso also conveyed special thanks to the entire community of New Eden Katomei village for their constant support toward ANSAM.

The ANSAM general secretary also expressed gratitude and appreciation to all the leaders of federating units and subordinate bodies for their unflinching support and contribution in the collective journey of ANSAM.

"On behalf of ANSAM, I appeal once again to all the stakeholders for resolute support as we continue our journey to promote the welfare of the students and people and to safeguard our land and identity," the ANSAM general secretary added.

Also speaking on the occasion, outgoing president Joseph Adani extended his best wishes to the new team and shared the importance of carrying forward the established relationship with various Naga students bodies in different States including Assam, Arunachal, Nagaland and Eastern Nagaland.

He further exhorted to always execute any work according to the principle and philosophy of the constitution of the Association so that "we achieve our secured future socially and politically".

The former ANSAM president stressed on the need to establish a productive and mutual relationship with various neighbouring communities in the State by respecting each other political rights and aspiration.

"The Association should give more concerted effort to strengthen the existing education system in the hill areas", Joseph Adani added.

Paulring Langhu who is also a former president of ANSAM exhorted the leaders to work faithfully and diligently in line with the preamble and directive principles of the Association.

Pung Mark, president of SDSA chaired the programme.

J Kumosha, 'returning officer of the election commission of ANSAM' conducted the oath of secrecy for the newly elected ANSAM officials in the presence of all the leaders from federating units, subordinate bodies and and seniors of ANSAM.

Blessing was bestowed on the outgoing and new ANSAM officials by Thotreivao Zimik, Pastor, New Eden Baptist Church.

The leaders of United Naga Council (UNC), Naga Women Union (NWU), NPMHR-South and All Tribal Students' Union Manipur (ATSUM) also attended the ceremony.

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