Nagaland recognises Rongmei tribe
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, August 07, 2012:
The Rongmei tribe has been appended recognition as one of the Naga tribes by the Nagaland State Government through notification of the Nagaland Government (vide No HOME/SCTA-6/2007 (PY.I) dated 4-8-2012). Stating that the recognition of the tribe was a historic decision of the DAN Government under the leadership of CM Neiphiu Rio, a statement issued by Thuankubui Pamei, president of Rongmei Council (AMN) expressed happiness over the recognition of the tribe.
It also conveyed profound gratitude to the DAN Government, especially, CM Neiphiu Rio, Planning Minister TR Zeliang and Dr Shurhozielie, Minister of UD/HE and president of NPF and all leaders of DAN.