The Eastern Konyak Union (EKU), Myanmar, and the Ganglei Area Students Union (GASU), Myanmar, have extended congratulations and best wishes to the newly elected leadership of the Eastern Nagaland Women’s Organisation (ENWO), led by its president, Tsitongla Sangtam.

In a congratulatory message, EKU president PM Aman and Information Secretary Anok welcomed the new leadership, expressing confidence that the team would advance ENWO’s vision through progressive initiatives, collective participation and constructive engagement.

The EKU highlighted the importance of women’s leadership in strengthening grassroots democracy, responsive governance and community development. It expressed hope that the new team would promote women’s empowerment, expand their participation in public life, encourage emerging leadership and strengthen the organisation’s institutional capacity.

As an organisation representing the Eastern Konyak community in Myanmar, EKU also emphasised the importance of people-to-people contacts, cultural exchanges, regional connectivity and constructive cross-border engagement. It said stronger social, cultural and institutional cooperation among communities across the international boundary could contribute to mutual understanding, regional peace and shared prosperity.

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Meanwhile, the Ganglei Area Students Union, in a separate message signed by its president, Wan-yam, Vice President, Ashah V Anok and General Secretary, Kh Khampei Ranwang, described the new leadership as an opportunity to bring fresh ideas and initiatives to address the needs and aspirations of women across Eastern Nagaland.

The students’ body stressed that women’s leadership could inspire younger generations, particularly young women, to pursue education, develop their abilities and participate actively in public life. It also urged the new ENWO team to give attention to the aspirations of young people, including education, employment and opportunities for personal growth.

GASU further expressed hope that ENWO’s work would strengthen bonds among Naga communities across geographical boundaries through friendship, mutual understanding and cooperation.

Both organisations conveyed their confidence in Tsitongla Sangtam and the newly elected office bearers, wishing them wisdom, unity, sincerity and dedication in fulfilling their responsibilities.