MP intending candidate Qr.K Timothy Zimik

 

A public interaction for the forthcoming  Lok Sabha election held at Kamjong

(My prime concern  is Naga Political issue: MP intending candidate Timothy Zimik)

( QR K Timothy Zimik)

The Dawn Tantak

KAMJONG, 11th Sep' 23:     A Public interaction for the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha election of the Members of Parliament was held at Kamjong community hall on Monday .

The  intending MP candidate for outer Manipur Parliamentary Constituency, in the upcoming 18th Lok Sabha election 2024 Qr K.Timothy Zimik,IRS Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax(retd.), Ministry of Finance (Revenue), Government of India  informally kick start his public audience.

While giving his speech  former Chief Commissioner  Qr. Timothy Zimik who hails from Sinakeithei village in Manipur Ukhrul district has emphasised the need to resolve the long-standing conflicts of the Indo-Naga political issue, calling for an expediency in the matter.

My prime concern is to resolve the Indo-Naga political issue. It has been dragging on far too long, and a political solution is long overdue. I want to work for the resolution of this issue if I am elected as a Member of Parliament,’ he said, seeking public support, during the public interaction programme.

Timothy further stated that in essence, he’s running for the forthcoming MP elections with a commitment to find a solution to the Indo-Naga political issue and ensure meaningful development of the hill districts, address grievances of his people once and for all. “Let’s all take a stand today and fight for our rights so that our people have a much better future,” Zimik exhorted the gathering comprising hundreds of local church elders, public leaders and public members.

The 61-year-old former bureaucrat also listed other issues that he is concerned about, such as unemployment, lack of development, lack of basic amenities, economic backwardness, and corruption in the hill districts. He added that he is committed to find effective solutions to these pressing issues.We basically  need to promote our economy and grab the opportunity for over all development if we as a citizen have to go along with the epoch of time. On my personal belief  I am a strong believer in Christian principles and values in public life including political field Timothy  amplified on his speech.

Zimik is an MA in School of International Studies, JNU, New Delhi. He worked as a research scholar at JNU before joining the Indian Revenue Service. During his stint at IRS as PCC from 1985-2022, Zimik held many important positions while posted in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other cities of India.

As the Tangkhul society evolves and grows, Zimik has been there every step of the way. With an impressive career span of 36 years as an experienced bureaucrat, he has become a valuable asset to many. With such extensive experience in public policy implementations, highly specialized legal fields, and top level administration, Zimik has become a well known benefactor for many Tangkhul youths working in various fields including airlines, shipping etc.

His commitment didn’t stop there however. As an individual striving to support the betterment of the society, Zimik said he has his sights set on further developing and improving the quality of life of the hill people. He looks forward to using his knowledge and experience to help grow agricultural activities in the hill districts and boost rural economy.

He also pointed out that a vast disparity in distribution of development funds between the valley and the hills, which he claimed as the major factor for lopsided development in the state. He said he is committed to ensuring proportional fund flow for the hill districts to bring them at par with the valley.

Among those who attended the interaction programme included President Raizan Long Zingshongam Kashau,  Bungpa Khullen headman Hopingson Chithung and Grihang headman Daniel Shadang, and Shimdhar Kamotang of Ramphoi village, Kamjong Baptist Church Pastor Steward Kashung and Catechist, St. Peter Catholic Church, Kamjong Lucas Shimpam Kashung and others.