Residents of Netaji colony celebrated Silver Jubilee in a befitting manner on 12th November 2022, with MLA & Advisor Power, H.Tovihoto as the special guest.

Tovihoto dubbed Netaji colony as one of the most peaceful colonies although it is inhabited by people from different religious beliefs and communities from all walks of life. This is the true essence of secularism, the special guest noted. Encouraging the Netaji colony residents to always stay united, Tovihoto said, "When there is unity there is strength and when there is strength there is everything." Observing the celebration of 25 years of existence as a significant occasion that comes once in a lifetime, Tovihoto felt that people of today's generation need to acknowledge and respect the pioneers who have sacrificed everything to make the colony. He further encouraged the gathering for embracing the spirit of forgiveness during such a celebration. Jubilee is also a time for celebration and to come together as one in spirit and prayers. While mentioning Netaji colony as his second home, the special guest encouraged the residents to make it a model colony by continuing to build a good reputation.

Earlier, the special guest also unveiled the monolith marking the day.

Advocate P.B. Paul gave a brief history of the Netaji colony while short speeches were also delivered by Khetoli Chishi and advocate Y P. Gupta.

Netaji Colony Chairman, Wekhro K. Mero delivered the welcome note while Pastor, Hope of Life Ministry Sanjay Kr. Dey invoked God's blessings.

Other highlights of the programme included special songs and dances. A vote of thanks was proposed by Advocate, K.K. Paul who is also the convenor of the Jubilee celebration committee, and benediction VC was pronounced by Pastor, Mao Baptist Church, Chumoukedima Adage Neil.

(Limatoshi IA Dimapur)