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| Abbreviation | APO |
|---|---|
| Founded | 8 April 1972 |
| Headquarters | Kohima |
Region served | Angami Region, India |
Key people | Thejao Vihienuo President |
| Motto: Right is Might | |
The Angami Public Organisation (APO) is a public organisation based in the Indian state of Nagaland. Headquartered in Kohima, it was established on 8 April 1972 and serves as the apex organisation of the Angami Nagas.[1][2]
The organisation often engages with government authorities and other tribal bodies on matters such as development, land rights and peace initiatives in the region.
History[edit | edit source]
Angami Public Organisation was founded on 8 April 1972 with Zapuvisie Lhousa as its first president.[3]
Member organisations[edit | edit source]
The Angami Public Organisation comprises several area-based public organisations representing different regions of the Angamis. These constituent bodies form the core structure of the APO and participate in its deliberations and decision-making. They are:[4]
- Chakhroma Public Organisation
- Northern Angami Public Organisation
- Southern Angami Public Organisation
- Western Angami Public Organisation
Frontal organisations[edit | edit source]
The APO works in coordination with various frontal organisations which function as affiliated bodies and assist in addressing issues related to their respective groups. They are:[4]
- Angami Gazetted Officers' Krotho
- Angami Sports Association
- Angami Students' Union
- Angami Women Organisation
- Angami Youth Organisation
Presidents[edit | edit source]
| President |
Tenure |
Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Thejao Vihienuo | 2024–Incumbent | [5] |
| Razouvotuo Chatsu | 2021–2024 | [6] |
| Kepelhusie Terhüja | 2018–2021 | [7] |
| Vilhusa Seleyi | 2015–2018 | [8] |
| Keneingunyü Sekhose | 2011–2015 | [9] |
| Kekhriengulie Linyü | 2008–2011 | [10] |
| Mhiesizokho Zinyü | 2005–2008 | [11] |
| Vipose Zao | 2002–2005 | [12] |
| Kewhilhou Miachieo | 1999–2002 | |
| Neidilie Kuotsu | 1997–1999 | |
| Krurovi Peseyie | 1996–1997 | [13] |
| Abi Yalie | 1992–1996 | [14] |
| Zaku Zachariah Tsükrü | 1990–1992 | |
| Kerisal Kenna-o | 1988–1990 | |
| P. Vikuolie Pienyü | 1987–1988 | |
| Joshua Kire | 1984–1987 | |
| Thinuoselie Keyho | 1980–1984 | |
| Setu Liegise | 1975–1980 | |
| Zapuvisie Lhousa | 1972–1975 | [15] |
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Medolenuo, Ambrocia (6 April 2022). "Angami Public Organization to celebrate 50 yrs on April 8". East Mojo. Retrieved 7 July 2023.
- ↑ "Angami Public Organisation (APO) reaffirms Dec 2016 resolution on ULB polls". Nagaland Post. 19 March 2023. Retrieved 7 July 2023.
- ↑ "Angami Public Organisation celebrates golden jubilee". Nagaland Page. 8 April 2022. Retrieved 7 July 2023.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "APO deliberates with frontal organizations". The Morung Express. 10 September 2012. Retrieved 20 March 2026.
- ↑ "Angami Public Organization inducts new executives". The Morung Express. 1 August 2024. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
- ↑ "CM RIO GRACES APO GOLDEN JUBILEE". DIPR Nagaland. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
- ↑ "Angamis urged to uphold APO integrity". Eastern Mirror. 17 January 2018. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
- ↑ "AYO jubilee tembangba sentong nung Dr. Vilhusa-i lanurtem ayongzük". Tir Yimyim Nagaland. 7 November 2016. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
- ↑ "APO new office bearers elected". The Morung Express. 12 December 2011. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
- ↑ "CM, APO, others condole demise of former APO president". Nagaland Post. 4 January 2026. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
- ↑ "Confrontation over Village name resolved". The Morung Express. 13 September 2005. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
- ↑ "CM, APO mourn demise of retired DIG V Zao". The Morung Express. 30 September 2022. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
- ↑ "President of Naga Club passes away". Eastern Mirror. 12 January 2021. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
- ↑ "Khwüno-Thevo, Viswe-Rachü reaffirm historic brotherhood". Nagaland Post. 1 March 2026. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
- ↑ "The old writer in Mezoma village". The Morung Express. 18 October 2017. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
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