Naga Students’ Union Mumbai (NSUM) celebrated its 55th Nagas Meet-cum-Freshers’ Day on October 10 at Alkesh Dinesh Mody Auditorium, Mumbai University, under the theme “Continuum”. The annual event brought together students, working professionals, elders, families and guests to celebrate Naga heritage, community unity and welcome freshers.
The programme began with a choral performance by the Tangkhul Baptist Church Mumbai (TBCM) choir, followed by an invocation by Pastor Eno. Hamyan Phom of NCFM.
In her presidential welcome address, NSUM president Meyisenla Lemtur paid tribute to the pioneers who laid the foundation of the Naga community in Mumbai and urged freshers to actively contribute to the community. She described the union as a bridge connecting students with professionals, youth with elders, and Mumbai with home.
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) associate professor Dr. Raile Rocky Ziipao, the keynote speaker, spoke on the theme “Continuum”, highlighting the need to preserve Naga identity while embracing modernity.
He urged the gathering to carry forward the legacy of their ancestors while safeguarding their land, community and shared memories.
According to a press release the programme was graced by designer and cultural entrepreneur Eno. Aku Zeliang of Heriloom Naga Center, Cane Concept and Urra Design as the chief guest.
Sharing his professional journey, he noted the growing presence of Nagas across diverse sectors and encouraged young people to pursue their ambitions.
The formal session also featured a special song by the NCFM Selah Worship Team, felicitations and acknowledgements by NSUM information and publicity secretary Eno. Mezaakum Longchar, a presentation of Naga Folktakes, a prayer for freshers by TBCM pastor Rev. Dr. Ashang Luiram, a freshers’ speech by Eno. Chumlamo J. Murry, and a folk song by the Voice of Nagaland team.
The session concluded with a benediction by Rev. James Lana, followed by the Nagas Meet feast.
The informal session, hosted by Eno. Winnerson Khulusiimo, featured performances by Aghato Chishi and Suli Assumi, Chuimirin Khokyar, Lawrence Ngangzoyo and headline artist Shau Evans.
NSUM general secretary Ngalasing A. Shatsang delivered the vote of thanks, while Pastor Eno. Th Maiko of LRFCM offered the closing prayer.
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