NSF General Conference to bring together Naga brethren across borders
Source: Chronicle News Service / R Lester Makang

Ukhrul, August 12 2023: The Naga Students Federation (NSF) is gearing up to host their 30th NSF General Conference in Ukhrul town from August 24 to 26, 2023, with hope to bring together Naga brethren from across borders, living in Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur and also Myanmar for the first time in re-cent history.

Announcing this in a press conference at Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong (TKS) office on Saturday, Local Organising Committee 30th NSF General Conference convenor Worthing Horam said that they are making all necessary arrangements for the upcoming mega event to be held in Ukhrul district headquarters.

Stating that the upcoming event is based on the theme "Solidarity beyond Borders" and would be participated by students from the states of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur and neighbouring country Myanmar.

"Hectic preparations are underway to accord humble welcome and hospitality to all the visiting dignitaries and delegates.

Therefore, the LOC invites all federating units of NSF and well-wishers to join us as we celebrate unity of the Nagas and Solidarity beyond Borders," he said.

He explained that a key focus of the event will be the opportunity to bring together Naga brethren from across borders to share experiences, stories, and hopes for a better future.

He informed that the last NSF General Conference was held in Ukhrul town way back in 1993 and is returning to the land of the Tangkhuls after a gap of 30 years.

"The historic event will see participation from all Units and other sub-ordinate bodies from the states of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland Manipur and eastern Naga areas in Myanmar," Horam anticipated.

The conference is also expected to feature many vibrant cultural showcases and entertainment and other enriching events to demonstrate the potential and progress of the Naga people in various fields.

"This will be an inspiration for the Naga youth, as well as a reminder that unity is strength," Horam said.

"We therefore appeal to all sections of communities for unflinching support and cooperation towards the success of the historic general conference.

We are also aware that parts of Manipur are under restive situation, and in this wake, we express our concerns and prayers for normalcy to return between the conflicting communities, as early as possible," he said.

In organising the event, he also anticipated that the spirit of love, peace and harmony spreads across the land of the Nagas and across the globe.

The Naga Students Federation has always been a beacon of Naga unity and hope and has been at the forefront of creating a platform for Naga students to come together, he said, adding that "the upcoming will be one of the largest Naga platforms to strengthen the spirit of oneness among our brothers and sisters, and reinforce cultural and emotional bond among the Nagas living across the borders".

The press meet was also attended by member secretary Dr Phungchamnao Ranreiphi Kharei, co-convenor Pamreiso, coordinator (stage & hall) Khayui Raleng, coordinator (media & publicity) and TKS vice president Omry Ningshen.

Earlier in 2021, the NSF General Conference was planned to be held in Ukhrul town but had to be called off due to the outbreak of Covid-19 pandemic.

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