Former MLA, N. Yeangphong Konyak, who was first elected to the Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) in 1982 from 41Tizit Assembly Constituency on Congress ticket, passed away at a private hospital in Kohima on Tuesday after prolonged illness. He was 69. He is survived by his wife and five children.
Late N. Yeangphong Konyak, son of late Ngeamnyei, was born on August 24, 1948. He was educated at government high school, Mon.
Prior to his entering into politics in 1982, he had served as school teacher from 1970-72; president, NNO, Tizit from 1974-78; area council member from 1979-82; executive member, District Congress (I), Mon from 1978-80 and general secretary, contractors’ union, Mon district from 1977-82.
On becoming MLA in 1982, he was appointed Minister of State for Physical Education, Sports and Youth Service, 1984-86. He was appointed as cabinet minister for PHED from November 4, 1986 to November 21, 1987; cabinet minister for physical education, sports and youth welfare in 1987. He was again appointed Minister for Forest, Ecology, Environment & Wildlife Preservation from May 15, 1990 to April 1, 1992.
CM: State chief minister, TR Zeliang, has expressed grief and pain at the demise of former Minister, N Yeangpong Konyak and said that his passing away was a great loss.
In a condolence message to Smt. Henwau Konyak and family, the chief minister said that late N Yeangpong Konyak, a prominent Naga statesman, was a man dedicated to the service of the Naga society. The chief minister stated that Yeangpong Konyak’s immense contribution as a fair, efficient and charismatic leader would ever be remembered.
During this difficult moment of pain and grief, the chief minister extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed that the departed soul rest in eternal peace.
Dr. SC Jamir: Governor of Odisha, Dr. SC Jamir, has expressed deep shock at the passing away of N Yeangpong Konyak, ex-minister and a prominent leader.
In his condolence message, Dr. Jamir said late N Yeangpong Konyak, who was one of the pioneers from the Konyak community, proved to be a man of conviction and strong resolve; and fully committed to the service of the people.
Odisha governor said that his death was indeed a great loss for the Konyak community in particular and the Nagas in general. “Life on earth is no doubt transitory and even traveller but the worth of a man is judged by his deeds during his short sojourn on this earth. One day or the other day the death has to come to every human being,” Dr. Jamir said.
The governor also conveyed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and prayed that departed soul rest in peace.
NLA speaker: Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) speaker, Dr. Imtiwapang Aier, has expressed shock at the demise of N. Yeangphong Konyak, saying his death has caused a great loss to the Nagas in general and the Konyak community in particular.
In a condolence message, Dr. Imtiwapang Aier said that the void created by the demise of N. Yeangphong Konyak would be difficult to fill.
“In this hour of gloom and grief, I on my own behalf and on behalf of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly convey our heartfelt condolences,” NLA speaker said and prayed that God grant solace, courage and comfort to the bereaved family members to withstand this moment. The speaker also prayed that the departed soul rest in eternal peace.
ENPO: Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organisation (ENPO) has expressed grief at the sudden demise of a veteran leader, N. Yeangphong Konyak, saying his demise was a great loss to the people of Eastern Nagaland in general and Konyak community in particular.
In a condolence message, ENPO president, S. Khoiwang Konyak, and general secretary, Manlang Phom, said that late Yeangphong was one of the prominent political leaders and a great human being. ENPO stated that he had dedicated his life working for the welfare of the people of Eastern Nagaland in particular and the Nagas in general. Late Yeangphong’s contributions and sacrifices during his leadership for the development and uplift of the people of Eastern Nagaland would be remembered by all, the ENPO said.
ENPO also conveyed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed for the departed soul rest in eternal peace.
EX-PAN: Ex-Parliamentarian Association of Nagaland (EX-PAN) expressed grief over the demise of N. Yeangphong Konyak and stated that his passing away was an irreparable loss to the state in general and the Konyak in particular.
In a condolence message, Ex-PAN president, T. Khongo, described late N. Yeangphong Konyak as a dedicated leader who tirelessly worked for the uplift of the people. Ex-PAN stated that his desire to serve the people with humility made him live a life of principled public leader.
EX-PAN also said that valuable contributions he rendered to the people as a politician, social worker and statesman for the cause of the people would always be cherished. It further prayed that the departed soul rest in eternal peace.
Ex-MP Wangyuh: Ex-Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), W. Wangyuh Konyak, expressing shock at the passing away of N Yeangphong Konyak said that he was one strong pillar and played an integral part in building the Konyak society.
Describing late Yeangphong Konyak as a “true gentleman”, ex-MP said his demise has left a huge vacuum in political arena in particular and Nagas in general. “Though he is no more physically with us, his deeds will be remembered in the days to come,” Wangyuh said and conveyed deepest condolences to the bereaved family and prayed that the Almighty comfort them and departed soul rest in peace.
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