Rio inaugurates Lhisemia Multipurpose building at Kohima village

Kohima

BY | Saturday, 31 October, 2026

Chief Minister of Nagaland, Neiphiu Rio inaugurated the Lhisemia multipurpose building at Khrabvübozou, L Khel Kohima village on October 31.

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said he was proud that the Lhisemia has made such a tremendous work and development contributing to the community and the society

He said success and developments reflect directly on the cooperation, togetherness and mutual understanding between the leaders and the communities. He applauded the wisdom of the leader for initiating the project which he said will definitely serve and benefit the entire community for generations to come.

Stressing on the construction of the building, he said despite limited funds from the government sector, the contribution from the community in cash and kind have built the Multipurpose building much better than expected. Citing the Multi-purpose building as an example for every community, he appealed not to solely depend on the governments fund rather work together with oneness for more development.

Rio also briefed on the Naga Political issue, the Protected Area Permit (PAP), ILP and RIIN, and also spoke on the importance of the customary law which receive a special constitutional protection under Articles 371A of the Indian Constitution asserting that many indigenous peoples rely on customary law to manage land tenure, resources, and traditional dispute resolution.

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Former Chief Minister of Nagaland, Shürhozelie Liezietsu stated that the land was donated by Lhouvizolie Tsiekhanuo and his family with the good gesture that the people can utilize it for the benefit of everyone. He expressed that he was proud of the wisdom of the community to build such a utility building. He urged everyone, especially the youths to embrace the culture of our elders and stand for truth, propagated on ‘honesty and truthfulness’, adding that it should be built within oneself and be an example for everyone.

Advisor, School Education, Dr Kekhrielhoulie Yhome also spoke on the occasion. Convenor, Building Committee, Dr KD Vizo highlighted on the construction of the building. St. Luke Church Phezoucha, Priest In charge, Rev Fr Keduoneilie Alex Vizo and Pastor, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Rev Keviyiekielie Linyü invoked God’s blessings, while the welcome address was delivered by Chairman Lhisemia Council, Pekruzetuo Kesiezie.