Chakhesang Public Organisation in collaboration with the department of Tourism celebrated the Tsukhenyie festival (Chakhesang tribal festival) at Pfutseromi village on 24th April 2023 with Minister for Tourism and Higher Education, Temjen Imna Along as special guest.

Imna Along, in his speech, thanked the CPO and Pfutseromi village and said that Chakhesang people are regarded for their hospitality, honesty, and hard-working community. He said the festival is a time to celebrate and enjoy. He called upon the people present to learn about the culture and take back the sweet memories to their respective places and states. Phek area has a high potential for tourism where biodiversity is preserved with rich cultures. "May the people of Chakhesang prosper, grow and develop with the rest of the Nagas," he added.

Wepretso Mero NCS Rtd. highlighted the brief history of Tsehkenyie. Tsukhenyie festival is celebrated by the Chakhesang tribe to mark the successful harvest year and a time to rejoice and rejuvenate. People celebrate and pray for a successful year ahead.

A greeting message was given by Kumar Ramnikant, IAS Deputy Commissioner Phek. The programme was chaired by Medozii Mero, and Wenyi Kapfo invoked God's blessings. Tshiipelo Medo blew a trumpet which signifies the onset of the festival, Veziihu Keyho President of CPO released Tsukhenyie ballons, a folk tune was presented by the Chakhesang Cultural Organisation. Ngulo Lomi the senior-most citizen (106yrs) gave the traditional blessings. Dr. Neisatuo Mero, MLA was chief host. MLA and leader of the NPF Party Kuzholuzo Nienu was the cultural guest, Keducho Khamo Advisor CAWD & Taxes was the guest of honour, MLA Kevipodi Sophie, and many Government officials and public leaders were also present. Later the chief guest along with a host of MLAs and government officials visited the stall set up by various departments and villagers.

(APRO pfutsero)