The Naga Common Platform (NCP) on Tuesday renewed calls for an early, comprehensive and honourable settlement to the decades-long Naga political issue, as thousands gathered at the stakeholders’ rally held at Agri Expo in Chumoukedima. The NCP unanimously adopted three major resolutions urging the Government of India and Naga negotiators to conclude the peace process without further delay, reflecting the growing frustration among citizens after nearly three decades of dialogue. Organised by the Nagaland Gaon Buras Federation along with several apex civil society bodies, the rally was marked by strong messages of unity and urgency. The NCP reaffirmed full support for the historic agreements signed between the Government of India, NSCN (IM), and the Working Committee of the Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs) in 2015 and 2017. The platform appealed to New Delhi to work towards a political settlement rooted in the Framework Agreement and the Agreed Position, saying such a resolution was essential to bring lasting peace and stability across Naga areas.
The conveners noted that a century of political struggle and 28 years of negotiations have placed a heavy burden on the Naga people, who continue to endure uncertainty. The resolutions were signed by NCP Organising Committee Convener Shikuto Zalipu, secretaries Akhu Naga and Zanbenthung Ezung, along with several other leaders involved in community-level consultations. Despite opposition from some tribal apex bodies, attendance remained high. The Nagaland Tribal Hohos Coordination Committee (NTHCC) — comprising prominent organisations such as the Angami Public Organisation, Ao Senden, Chakhesang Public Organisation, Lotha Hoho, Pochury Hoho, Rengma Hoho, Sümi Hoho, and Nagaland Zeliang People’s Organisation — had earlier advised against participating, arguing that the formation of a parallel platform could undermine ongoing reconciliation efforts. The NTHCC has maintained that unity among Naga bodies remains crucial for making meaningful progress.
Addressing the gathering, organising committee member K. K. Sema highlighted the need for transparency, cohesion, and a non-fragmented approach to addressing the Indo-Naga issue. He expressed concern over divisions within the movement, illicit taxation by various groups, and the lack of openness in the negotiation process. Sema stressed that the future of the Naga people “cannot be decided in secrecy,” a sentiment echoed by other speakers who reaffirmed the demand for an early, honourable, and inclusive solution to end the prolonged political stalemate.
