MLA and Chairman for NIDC, NHL and DPDB Mokokchung inaugurated the newly constructed Dobashi (DB) Customary Law Court building at Chuchuyimlang as the chief guest on Saturday.
While speaking during the inaugural function, Nuklutoshi said that it was the plan of the NPF led DAN government to construct DB customary law courts in all the administrative circles across the state.
He elucidated the origin and meaning of the word Dobashi during the British times in Nagaland as “interpretation of two languages”. While exhorting the DBs to maintain sanctity of their vocation, he referred to Article 371 (A) of the Indian Constitution and highlighted that preservation of customary laws was enshrined in the same.
In this respect, the chief guest said that it was a great privilege for the Nagas as they can take up any cases including civil and criminal cases in the customary law court for justice according to their customs and traditions. He also added that it was a privilege too for the Nagas to have customary courts as it will save their economy and time from going to far-flung places to obtain justice.
While cautioning the DBs about the parameters in their vocation, Nuklutoshi urged them to preserve integrity in executing their duties and in delivering the judgment.
EAC of Chuchuyimlang, Chumlamo Humtsoe while delivering the welcome address earlier expressed hope that the newly constructed customary law court will enhance the DB’s to deliver justice to the people.
He also urged the DB’s to preserve the sanctity of the court by delivering justice without any prejudice.
Short speeches were also delivered by Aosadang, Vice Chairman of Adhoc Town Committee Chuchu Town, Imtiyanger, Chairman of Mongsenyimti village council and exhortation by Lanumatong on behalf of Chuchuyimlang village council. Vote of thanks was delivered by I. Sosangtemjen, DB In-charge, invocation by Temjen Pastor, closing prayer by Imti, Associate Pastor and the function was chaired by Alemtetba DB.
The function was attended by Lepshi Ao, Advisor for Dimapur Municipal Council and Vice President of NPF, Ex-MLA Imtiyanger, Vice President of NPF Women Wing, T. Opangmongla Jamir, Sentiyanger, various party workers from district and A/C levels, village council members from Salulamang, Mongsenyimti, Yaongyimti (New), Yaongyimti (Old), Pangsang villages and Yisemyong Town Council.
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