Unfurling the tri-colour at civil secretariat ground here, he lauded the role of Naga civil societies, elected representatives and law enforcing agencies for the comparative peace in the state and expressed happiness that there were sincere and concerted efforts by all concerned to find an honourable solution to the long-standing Naga political problem.
The Governor described as welcome development towards Naga peace process the Nagaland assembly decision to form a joint parliamentary committee to build a consensual view and signing of Covenant of Re-conciliation by various underground groups to sink their differences.
"The state government has always appreciated the tremendous efforts of civil societies, Hohos, churches and Forum for Naga Re-conciliation (FNR) to find unity in Naga society so as to facilitate the political dialogue," he said.
The Governor also gave away awards to different persons for their excellence services in various fields.
Reports of the Day's celebrations were received from various district headquarters of Nagaland.