Published by Aloto Naga | August 27, 2025
The 31st NSF Conference is underway at Tseminyu. More than 1,288 Naga youth and delegates are gathering under the theme “Resilience in Transition.” Hosted by the Rengma Students’ Union, the three-day event highlights unity, vision, and the ongoing fight for indigenous rights, which are core issues in Naga and Nagaland news.
Opening Session Brings Leaders Together
S. Supongmeren Jamir, Lok Sabha MP for Nagaland, attended as the Introductory Guest. Former NSF Vice President Atokiho Sumi chaired the opening, and Pastor Besüvoto Rhakho led the invocation. Benjamin Lorin (Convener, COLA) delivered the welcome address. He was joined by Nuheymong Yimkhiung (President, Eastern Naga Students’ Federation) and Er. Tesinlo Semy (President, Rengma Hoho). Er. Semy emphasized unity among Naga tribes and equal rights for all. Also Read Zunheboto International Youth Day Highlights HIV Awareness
Calls for Commitment, Character, and Clear Vision
MP Supongmeren Jamir praised past and present NSF leaders, highlighting the Federation’s role in producing leaders in politics, administration, and entrepreneurship. He encouraged the youth to commit to their goals and embrace humility.
“We need commitment in life, and that commitment must come from within,” Jamir said, urging a collective vision for the future and unity on the Naga political front.
Jamir noted the lack of engineering colleges in Nagaland and called it a gap to be addressed. He stressed that discussing unity must start at home. He concluded with a call to strengthen NSF’s election process. He also urged all young people to “be humble and have a clear vision for long-term goals.” Also Read Surumi Servants of God: Global Missionaries, Pastors & Theologians
Active Participation and Future Goals
The event included self-introductions by candidates for the 2025–27 NSF tenure and the Secretary’s report. Chumben Khuvung, NSF General Secretary, presented the report. The strong turnout of delegates underscores the importance of unity, vision, and indigenous rights for Naga youth in the current Nagaland news landscape.
