General Imna Along is an Indian politician. In 2020, he became the State President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Nagaland. Since 2018, he is the minister of Higher Education & Tribal Affairs, Government of Nagaland.
Wiki/Biography
Temjen Imna Along Longkumer was born on Tuesday, 25 November 1980 (age 40 years; in 2022) in Nagaland, India. His zodiac sign is Sagittarius. He completed his pre-university (12th standard) in commerce at City College of Arts and Commerce in Dimapur in 1999.
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 4″
Weight (approx): 95 kg
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Family
Temjen belongs to a Christian family in Nagaland.
Parents & Siblings
His father’s name was Imnasashi Longkumer, who passed away. His mother’s name is Temsunaro Chungmir. He has a brother named Tinu Akum Longkumer, who is in the Dragoon regiment of the Indian Army.
Aunt Temjin with her nephew
Brother General, Tinu Akum Longkumer
Religion & Caste
He belongs to the AO Naga tribe in Nagaland, which falls under the category of scheduled tribes in India. He follows Christianity.
Temjen wears traditional Nagaland clothes
Career
Politics
Temjen joined politics in 2018 when he was elected to the Nagaland legislative assembly from Alongtaki (Mokokchung) constituency. In 2018, he became a member of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly from the Alongtaki constituency, and in the same year, he became the minister of Higher and Technical education in the Fourth Neiphiu Rio ministry. Later, he later became the State President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Nagaland, and on 15 January 2020, he was re-elected as the State President of the BJP Nagaland for the period 2020-2023.
Controversy
Facing a Reply from the United Dragon Council (UNC)
In 2021, on Naga political issues following the formation of the Naga Political Issues Core Committee (CCNPI), he said that the central government is ready to resolve Naga political issues, but Nagas have to fully accept the solution. In an interview, he said,
The Government of India (GOI) under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah is ready to provide a solution, but are we inclusive enough to accept it? GOI is making every effort and is committed to the people of Nagaland. One cannot blame the BJP if a solution does not happen. It is as if the BJP is solely to blame for not resolving the issue. Today, if the BJP government says this is the solution, will everyone accept it?
The United Naga Council (UNC) is not satisfied with Imna’s statement. In a press release, UNC said,
Too bad and too early from the ‘young budding politician’. We hope he improves his condition because he still has a long way to go.”
After facing backlash from tribal groups and social organizations, he expressed grief for hurting people’s feelings. He said,
Any settlement that comes should be under the Constitution of India and it should be under the union of India. So anything good for the Naga people under the Constitution of India should be worked on and done. I appeal to all Naga citizens and also the Indian government that an honorable and sustainable solution be worked out so that tomorrow’s Naga generation will live with dignity.”
Blackmailed for Abusive Videos
In 2022, Temjen filed a complaint at the state police’s cyber crime facility against an anonymous person who blackmailed him with manipulated adult videos. According to him, his image was used in the adult video with the help of computer graphics to damage his reputation. The unknown person demanded a ransom and blackmailed her to upload the abusive video on social media if the total amount was not paid. Inma said,
I have already made a complaint against the number (which the crooks have called). If anyone receives any such message, please report me by sending me ID or phone number… Help me find the culprit. I will take good care of him in our Dragon style.”
Awards & Honors
- On 17 February 2016, PB Acharya, Governor of Nagaland and Assam, went to REM Group headquarters at Longtho, Mokokchung Nagaland and presented him with a Certificate of Recognition for his contribution to the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Mission, Nagaland.
Certificate of Recognition
- Temjen won the International Award in “Leadership Excellence in Social Entrepreneurship” at the 7th edition of the Middle East Business Leadership Awards 2016 on February 17, 2017 at Inter Continental London Park Lane, London.
Temjin Imna Along received the Leadership Excellence Award in Social Entrepreneurship in 2016
- On 23 February 2017, the Governor of Nagaland & Arunachal Pradesh, PB Acharya, congratulated Brigadier General Imna Along at Raj Bhavan Kohima, Nagaland for winning the Excellence in Leadership in Social Entrepreneurship Award.
Tem General with the Governor of Nagaland & Arunachal Pradesh, PB Acharya, at the Raj Bhavan Kohima, Nagaland
Car Collection
He has a Toyota Fortuner and a Toyota Innova.
Salary
Reportedly, his monthly income is Rs 5 Lacs.
Net worth
As of 2018, his net worth is Rs 9.2 Crores. This net worth includes cash and LIC policies.
Facts/Trivia
- Apart from being a BJP minister, he is also a businessman. He is the Chairman & MD of REM Nagaland Group.
- Temjen is famous among netizens for his witty and funny answers. While talking about the virtues of having small eyes and joking about racism, during an event, he said,
The chance of dirt entering the small eyes is low. People with small eyes can sleep during long events.”
- Temjen is unmarried, and after he became famous via the internet, he shared a screenshot of a Google search related to his name. One of the most popular searches is “temjen imna along wife”. He took to Twitter and posted a screenshot with the caption,
Ayalee, @Google search makes me happy. I’m still looking for him!”
Ayalee, @Google search excites me.?
I’m still looking for him! pic.twitter.com/RzmmgyFFeq
— Major General Imna Along (@AlongImna) July 10, 2022
Anupam Mittal, founder of Shaadi.com, responded by tweeting,
kuch karna padega @ShaadiDotCom”
Ayalee, @Google search excites me.?
I’m still looking for him! pic.twitter.com/RzmmgyFFeq
— Major General Imna Along (@AlongImna) July 10, 2022
- Tem General Imna Along responded to Anupam Mittal’s tweet and said,
Bhai filhal hum bindas hai. Waiting for Salman Bhai.”
- On July 11, 2022, in conjunction with World Population Day, he encouraged people to join his singles movement and stay single like him. He tweeted,
In conjunction #WorldPopulationDaylet’s be sane about population growth issues and instill informed choices about childbearing.
Or even #StaySingle like me and together we can contribute towards a sustainable future.
Come join the singles movement today. pic.twitter.com/geAKZ64bSr
— Major General Imna Along (@AlongImna) July 11, 2022
- In 2022, while speaking at an event, she shared her experience of visiting New Delhi for the first time in 1999 and facing racism because of her appearance. He said,
Purani Dilli railway station jab uthra, toh humare Nagaland pradesh se bhi zyada abadi dekha. Hum toh wohi chokh gaya. Koi log yeh fayla diya ki Naga log aadmi khata hai, woh khata hai…aur humko dekhke toh aur zyada shak hone laga. Dikhne mein alag, khan-paan mein alag, soch bichar mein alag… ussi tarah hum log 50 to 60 saal reh ke aye hai.”
- Responding to stereotypes about North Easterners, she mentioned that it was difficult for her to prove to people that she was Indian. He said,
I had to make many conventions that we are Hindustani and come from Nagaland. So some also ask which land is Switzerland or Finland. I will never forget that day.”
- On July 10, 2022, Temjen shared an incident on his Twitter handle when he went to see the Taj Mahal in 1999. He said,
I went to see the Taj Mahal in 1999. At that time I also joined the ranks of ordinary people along with my countrymen. When I got to the counter after a long line, two people took me to another line. I do not know. Back then it used to take 20 dollars to enter. But we’ve never seen $20 in our lives.
One incident, when I went to see the Taj Mahal in 1999. ??@shubhankrmishra thank you ? https://t.co/P1FJ4KvEu3
— Major General Imna Along (@AlongImna) July 10, 2022
Categories: Biography
Source: SCHOOL TRANG DAI
