AUG 25: The Tangkhul Katamnao Long Hyderabad (TKLH) celebrated its 10th Dharthei Kazip (Fresher’s Meet) at Telangana Saraswatha Parishath, Hyderabad on Wednesday, welcoming 58 freshers into the Tangkhul Naga community.
Held under the theme “Arrive with Hope, Grow with Purpose,” the programme also marked a decade of TKLH’s service to the community.
TKLH president Dr Athary Janiso, in his welcome address, urged the freshers to turn their hopes for life in Hyderabad into a clear sense of purpose. He highlighted the complementary roles of the Church and TKLH in the spiritual and practical well-being of the community and called on members to actively contribute their time and service.
The freshers were formally welcomed through a special song by the Chingjui Union, followed by their introduction and a blessing by Rev Thanreiso Kasar, pastor of Tangkhul Church Hyderabad. Drawing from Deuteronomy 30:19, he encouraged the freshers to choose life and blessing and to become a blessing to others.
Guest speaker Edward Siro, speaking on “Hustle, Heart, and a Little Glitter,” encouraged young people to view their present jobs as stepping stones while facing workplace and cultural challenges with persistence and continuous learning. He also stressed the importance of higher education, community participation, friendship and joy.
The programme also felicitated former TKLH presidents Jasper Thumra, Yarngam Gachuiwo, Ringshim Azyamah, Mayosing Sasa and Soni Ningshen for their contributions to the organisation.
Former president Yarngam Gachuiwo traced the origins of TKLH to the Tangkhul Christian Fellowship, noting its establishment on November 11, 2015, and formal recognition by the Telangana Government on January 22, 2019. He urged members to remain guided by the principle of “Unity in Vision.”
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The second session focused on the situation in the homeland, with TKLH advisor Mayosing Sasa speaking on “Reflecting on the Crisis in Our Homeland: Shared Responsibility, Solidarity, and Hope.” He highlighted the historical roots and recent escalation of Naga-Kuki tensions, their impact on lives and property, and the challenges facing Naga communities.
Sasa called for greater unity, stronger institutions and long-term development, while stressing the need to protect the homeland and Naga identity.
Dr Kadharin Awungshi, speaking on behalf of the freshers, expressed gratitude for the welcome and shared reflections on their transition to life in Hyderabad.
The programme also featured musical and cultural performances, including songs, dances and a traditional Lungchan presentation. In the question-and-answer session, Yureipan and Lungreiphy were declared Mr and Ms Fresher TKLH 2026.
The event concluded with a candlelight vigil in honour of Naga lives lost and in solidarity with those affected by the ongoing conflict. The closing prayer was led by Edward Phinao, assistant pastor of Tangkhul Church Hyderabad.
Representatives of the Hyderabad Manipuri Society, Mao and Rongmei communities also attended the programme, reflecting inter-community friendship and solidarity.
The 10th Dharthei Kazip marked a decade of TKLH’s service while welcoming a new generation of 58 freshers into the community.
