Nagaland: CM Neiphiu Rio Inaugurates Meluri as the 17th District

MELURI: Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio officially inaugurated Meluri as the 17th district of the state on February 21. The event was marked with celebrations and a series of official speeches.

Addressing the gathering as the special guest, CM Rio highlighted that Meluri was notified as the 17th district of Nagaland on November 2, 2024. He congratulated the Chakhesang Public Organization (CPO) and its leadership for their support in recommending and issuing the “No Objection Certificate” for the district’s formation. He urged them to continue fostering brotherhood and unity between the Chakhesang and Pochury tribes, along with the rest of the Naga community. Rio highlighted that Meluri’s administrative centre was established 67 years ago, with a Chairman Bench Court set up in 1958.

Calling Meluri the “Land of Fortunes,” he emphasized the district’s natural and cultural wealth, including Shiloi Lake, Tizu River (which connects to the Chindwin River), and the Trade Centre at Avakhung. He also noted Meluri’s rich cultural heritage and economic potential as a newly formed district. As part of the celebrations, the Chief Minister unveiled a monolith marking the inauguration and also inaugurated the Multidiscipline Sports Stadium. (ANI)

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