Nagaland is mourning the loss of Vilanuo Angela Yhome, the president of the Naga Mothers’ Association (NMA), who passed away on Friday. Governor Nand Kishore Yadav, Deputy Chief Minister T.R. Zeliang, and several organizations have paid tribute to her decades of service in peacebuilding, women’s empowerment, and community welfare.
Governor Yadav expressed his condolences, describing Yhome as a leader whose unwavering commitment and dedicated service left a lasting impact on society. He praised her leadership, compassion, and tireless efforts, which have left a lasting impact on the lives of many. Yadav conveyed his condolences to the bereaved family, members of the Naga Mothers’ Association, and all those whose lives she touched.
Deputy Chief Minister T.R. Zeliang also expressed his grief over her demise, praising her unwavering dedication to public service and the welfare of society. He conveyed his heartfelt condolences to her family, the Naga Mothers’ Association, and all who mourn this great loss.
Vilanuo Angela Yhome was born on June 5, 1959, in Kohima Village. She studied at Little Flower School, Kohima, graduated from Kohima College, and later obtained a Bachelor of Education degree from NCERT. After a career in teaching and educational administration, she retired from government service. Beyond her role as NMA president, Yhome held several leadership positions in social, church, and community organizations.
Her contributions extended to the Cradle Ridge Centre, the Naga Mothers Peace Committee, the Tenyimia Women Union, the Global Naga Forum, and the Nagaland Catholic Women Association. She also served the Catholic Association of Nagaland (CAN) as joint secretary and general secretary between 2000 and 2003, and later as its Chief Election Commissioner during 2015-16. Yhome was widely respected for her advocacy for women’s rights, peacebuilding, and social justice.
Her passing marks the end of a distinguished career in public and community service in Nagaland.
