Wokha on Wednesday bid a solemn farewell to late Khozamo Murry, chairperson of the Wokha Town Council (WTC), as his funeral service was held at the Public Ground here, marked by an outpouring of respect and grief from the public.

The service was attended by MLA Y Mhonbemo Humtsoe, Deputy Commissioner Vineet Kumar, IAS, senior district officials, members and staff of the WTC, representatives of the Wokha District Chamber of Commerce and Industry, NPF leaders and party members, along with family members, friends and members of Wokha Town and the Wokha Village Union.

In honour of the departed leader, all business establishments in Wokha town remained closed from 10 am to 3 pm as part of the district mourning.

Paying tribute, MLA Humtsoe described the late Murry as a dedicated and selfless leader who devoted his life to the service of the people. Referring to him as the “guardian of Wokha town,” he said Murry shouldered responsibilities across multiple platforms and worked with sincerity for the welfare and development of the town. He called upon the gathering to value life, practise forgiveness and love, and place their hope and faith in God, while also praying for strength and comfort for the bereaved family.

Deputy Commissioner Vineet Kumar, IAS, expressed condolences on behalf of the district administration and said that Murry’s commitment to public service and the development of Wokha town would be remembered with gratitude. He added that the loss was deeply felt by both the administration and the people of the district.

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Speeches were also delivered by members of the Wokha Town Council and leaders of various organizations, highlighting the contributions and leadership of the late chairperson. The funeral message was delivered by Rev. Abemo Jungio, pastor of Wokha Town Baptist Church (WTBC), followed by a mass benediction pronounced by Chumbenthung Murry, assistant pastor of WTBC.

Following the service, the mortal remains of late Khozamo Murry were taken to his native village, Wokha, where he was laid to rest at the Wokha Village Baptist Church cemetery.