The Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) on Wednesday held a massive public rally in Dimapur under the slogan “Vote Chor, Gaddi Chhod”, demanding protection of citizens’ electoral rights and reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding Article 371A of the Constitution. The rally, organised at IMC Hall, Supply Colony, drew party workers and supporters from across the state. The central message was clear: Congress leaders accused the BJP of undermining democratic institutions and vowed to restore people’s faith in the electoral process.
Addressing the gathering as the special guest, Saptagiri Sankar Ullaka, MP and AICC In-charge for Nagaland, launched a scathing attack on the ruling dispensation. He alleged that the BJP has been “attacking different sections of society” and warned that even the constitutional safeguard under Article 371A, which protects Naga customary laws and land rights, could be compromised.“The chief ministers of Assam and Nagaland are businessmen who do not care for people’s rights. If tomorrow they want to drill oil, they will even give away Article 371A,” Sankar claimed. He reassured party workers that the Congress remains committed to defending democratic values, adding confidently that the party would form the government in Nagaland in 2028. “Rahul Gandhi will be Prime Minister in 2029, and Congress will once again lead the nation,” he declared.
Earlier, Supongmeren Jamir, MP, reminded the crowd that legislation at both the Centre and state is shaped by the votes of citizens. He alleged that the Modi government has curtailed electoral freedoms by creating a climate of fear. “The rights of individuals are being taken away by threatening voters. Congress stands for secularism, minority rights, and support to the Naga political issue,” Jamir said, urging workers to strengthen the Congress ideology and continue the fight for justice. Christopher Tilak, AICC Secretary, also addressed the rally, encouraging members to spread the message of Congress across Nagaland. He stressed that the movement was not merely about political power but about ensuring that every citizen enjoyed their constitutional rights without fear or favour.
