Dimapur, Sep. 29 (EMN): Political parties, civil society organisations and others have condoled the demise of former Nagaland minister, Y Hewoto Awomi, who passed away on September 28 in Dimapur. NLA Speaker: Speaker of Nagaland Legislative Assembly, Sharingain Longkumer, in a condolence message, described Hewoto as a “man of high calibre”, saying that his immense contributions to the State would be remembered for the times to come.” “I, on behalf of the 13th Nagaland Legislative Assembly and on my own behalf, convey our heartfelt condolences,” Longkumer said. Patton: Nagaland deputy chief minister and BLP leader, Y Patton, in a condolence message said Hewoto was a “compassionate leader who always put the welfare of the people above all other things. His passing away is a great loss for the Nagas but he will be remembered and his good deeds will be an inspiration to others.” On behalf of the state BJP legislators, Patton conveyed condolences to the bereaved family. WC- NN