Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio urges stronger women’s leadership for inclusive development at ENWO conference

At the ENWO conference held in Nagaland, Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio highlighted the importance of expanding women’s roles in decision‑making to achieve inclusive growth. He noted that empowering women leaders can accelerate socio‑economic progress across the state’s diverse communities. Rio urged political parties, civil society and the private sector to create platforms that nurture female talent and ensure their representation in policy formulation. The chief minister linked the call to the state’s broader development agenda, emphasizing that gender‑balanced leadership is essential for sustainable outcomes. His remarks were received positively by attendees, who represent various government, non‑government and academic institutions.