The Akuluto - V.K Area Union Kohima celebrated the Ahuna Festival hosted by the local MLA of 31 A/C Akuluto and Advisor for CAWD & NSDMA Kazheto Kinimi at his official residence on 14th November 2022.

The Advisor, Ahuna Papu ( Ahuna father) while welcoming the area people said that there won't be any progress in the society without unity and therefore urged the area people to love, respect, and keep the bond stronger to move forward for a better future.

In the program, Former President of Akuluto - V K Area Union Kohima, V. Khekiye Kiba while speaking about the significance of the festival said that Ahuna is a traditional post-harvest Festival signifying the celebration of a successful season's harvest in thanksgiving while invoking the spirits for the good fortune and bountiful harvest in the new year. He said that Ahuna is not only to feast the first meal of rice drawn from the season's harvest that is cooked in bamboo segments but it is an occasion when one asks for forgiveness and reconciles with one another, especially with uncles and aunties if there was any dispute or differences. He lamented that along with the fast-changing world, traditional and cultural values are on the verge of extinction and said that younger generations have to preserve the traditional values and practices of our forefathers in sincerity and with reverence.

Principal Director, of Health & Family Welfare, Dr. Vikato Kinimi who also spoke highlighted the present scenario and encouraged the youths to be more sincere and dedicated in their studies to achieve one's goals.

The day-long programme includes folksong, special songs, and an Ahuna feast.

(Khekiye IA Kohima)