Kohima: The fourth session of the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) drew to a close on Friday, as Speaker Sharingain Longkumer adjourned proceedings sine die, marking the culmination of a four-day budget session.
In his closing address, Speaker Longkumer departed from conventional practices to offer a non-partisan perspective on the Budget 2024-2025 and the conduct of assembly members.
Longkumer commended the budget presented before the assembly, lauding it as one of the finest endeavors. He expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister and the Minister-in-Charge of Finance for formulating a comprehensive, progressive, and people-centric budget aimed at advancing the socio-economic landscape of Nagaland.
Underlining the significance of the assembly’s 60th year, Longkumer urged Nagas to introspect on the state’s societal progress, highlighting the budget’s potential to chart a transformative path forward.
He particularly emphasised the budget’s focus on enhancing connectivity through infrastructure development, supporting economic initiatives, fostering sports and cultural activities, and introducing welfare schemes for the elderly and breadwinners.
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Despite the budget’s economic emphasis, Longkumer stressed the imperative of societal transformation. He called upon assembly members to recognise the social implications of their actions and commit to progressive changes in governance, work culture, and employability, underscoring the collective responsibility of all stakeholders.
In commemorating the assembly’s sixtieth year, Longkumer urged members to renew their commitment to breaking free from internal and external constraints, striving towards a more liberated and empowered Nagaland.
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