Deputy Commissioner, Noklak, P Mono Khiamniungan has issued a notification referring to “The Nagaland Village and Area Council Rules 1979”, directing all the recognized villages under Noklak district for selection of new village council members for the next tenure i.e. 2026-2031 in accordance with the prevailing customary practices and usages.
The notification stated that the entire process of selection of new Village Council members must be completed before 15th of April 2026 for onward submission to the government. The proposed list of Village Council Members should be submitted to the DC’s office through the concerned Area Administrative Officers within the stipulated time.

(K. K. Chim, IA Noklak)