Sano Vamuzo

In this Chakhesang name, the surname is Phesao.

Padma Shri Sano Vamuzo
Vamuzo receiving the Padma Shri award in 2024
Born	Sano Iralu (1940-03-27) 27 March 1940 Naga Hills District, Assam Province, British India (Now Nagaland, India)
Education	B.A. from Guwahati University, B.Ed. from Bombay University, M.A. (Education) from North-Eastern Hill University
Occupation	Social worker
Known for	Founding President of the Naga Mothers' Association (NMA)
Spouse	Vamuzo Phesao
Relatives	Rano M. Shaiza (sister) Zapu Phizo (maternal uncle)
Awards	Padma Shri (2024)

Sano Vamuzo (née Iralu; born 27 March 1940) is an Indian social worker and peace activist who was the founding President of the Naga Mothers' Association. She was awarded the Padma Shri award for her contributions to promoting peace and women's representation in the state of Nagaland.

Early life and education

Sano Iralu was born on 27 March 1940 to an Angami Naga family from Khonoma. Her father, Sevilie Iralu was the third Naga doctor and her mother, Vituno Iralu was the elder sister of Zapu Phizo. She pursued her education in Nagaland and completed her higher education in the arts and education fields, culminating in a master's degree in education from North-Eastern Hill University in 1980.

Career

Vamuzo's early involvement in the Naga Mothers' Association (NMA) in 1983 marked the beginning of her efforts to combat alcoholism and drug addiction. Under her presidency from 1984 to 1991, the NMA promoted social integrity, peace and the empowerment of women.

Awards and honors

In 2024, Vamuzo was honored with the Padma Shri Award, one of India's highest civilian awards. It was awarded by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu.