The Kohima Press Club observed its 23rd foundation day on Saturday at the KPC Office in Nagaland’s Capital, KPC informed in a press release. On the auspicious occasion, President Alice Yhoshü challenged journalists “to rededicate ourselves to our profession”. She also urged the members to continue to give their support to the Press Club so that they can march forward and grow more in strength.
Earlier, Yhoshü paid tribute to the visionary and pioneering members of the Kohima Press Club in 2001 and gave the apt motto “To Serve”. She also reminded that the Club will be celebrating Silver Jubilee in two years’ time while expressing that it is a time to reflect on our journey and that the Club has come a long way.
Advisor to KPC, Kopelo Krome recalled the formative years of the Club wherein he was a member of the Drafting Committee of the Constitution and further urged the journalists to be true to themselves. “Let us be very careful”, he stressed, underlining the power of words while pointing out that a single word can bring divisions.
Basil Peseyie commended the members of the Kohima Press Club on a professional level, and reminded that there is a great challenge ahead while referring to the forthcoming Silver Jubilee. In this regard, he also urged the need for all the members to have more cohesiveness, understanding and unity to face the challenges ahead.
While recalling the challenges of forming the Press Club, H Chishi noted that it has come very far. He stated appreciation for the President, Alice Yhoshü under whose leadership, the KPC has remarkably grown. “Let us continue to work in this manner”, he urged.
Okenjeet Sandham also remarked that the next two years are very crucial for the Club with the forthcoming silver Jubilee. He also expressed that he envisions a new press club building to commemorate 25 years of its existence.
Vishü Rita Krocha presented the General Secretary’s Report. She also called upon the members to recommit themselves to the cause of journalism “to serve” the society and endeavour to make our society more informed, secure, and more just as they forge ahead on a path of greater success.
Seyiekietuo Keretsu presented a special number while William Belho said the prayer and Rana Chetri pronounced the benediction and Toiying Sarah Naam chaired the program. The event was also marked by exchange of gifts.
