Government’s
Interlocutor for Naga Peace Talks, Shri R.N. Ravi, signed the Agreement on
behalf of the Government of India. Shri Isak Chishi Swu, Chairman and Shri Th.
Muivah, General Secretary were the signatories on behalf of the NSCN. The
entire top leadership of the NSCN (IM), including all members of the
“collective leadership”, has fully endorsed the agreement and was present
during the ceremony.
This agreement will end
the oldest insurgency in the country. It will restore peace and pave the way
for prosperity in the North East. It will advance a life of dignity,
opportunity and equity for the Naga people, based on their genius and
consistent with the uniqueness of the Naga people and their culture and
traditions.
Attempts were made from
time to time to resolve the issue through discussion with representatives of
the Naga people. A fresh attempt for a comprehensive resolution was initiated
with the NSCN in 1997.
The new Government on
assuming power in May 2014 accorded highest priority to this lingering problem.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has on a number of occasions, including
during visits to the Northeast region, articulated his vision for transforming
the Northeast and has attached the highest priority to peace, security,
connectivity and economic development in the region. This has also been at the
heart of the Government’s foreign policy, especially ‘Act East’ Policy.
The sustained dialogue
between the two sides, conducted in a spirit of equality, respect and trust,
deepened their mutual understanding and confidence, and enabled the two sides
to reach an equitable agreement. The Government of India recognized the unique
history, culture and position of the Nagas and their sentiments and
aspirations. The NSCN understood and appreciated the Indian political system
and governance.
The Government
interlocutor also held frequent consultations with broad spectrum of Naga
leaders, including those from the traditional tribal bodies, civil society,
youth and students’ bodies, women’s groups, elected representatives and other
stakeholders. These consultations helped in distilling the popular aspirations
of the Naga people and in enhancing a healthy atmosphere of trust and
understanding.
In his statement at the
signing ceremony, the Hon’ble Prime Minister lauded the courage and wisdom of
the Naga leaders and civil society and thanked them for their co-operation in
reaching the agreement. He also praised the Naga people for their support and
the NSCN for maintaining the ceasefire for nearly two decades that enabled the
dialogue to succeed. Prime Minister spoke of his vision for the transformation
of the Northeast region. He also expressed confidence that the agreement will
open a glorious new chapter for the Naga people to build a bright future for
Nagaland and also contribute to the nation with a sense of pride and
confidence.
Shri Th. Muivah, General
Secretary, NSCN, narrated the history of Nagas’ struggle and thanked the
Hon’ble Prime Minister for his vision and resolve, which made it possible for
the Government of India and the NSCN to reach an honourable settlement.
Within this framework
agreement, details and execution plan will be released shortly.
Hon’ble Home Minister,
Shri Rajnath Singh, National Security Adviser, Shri Ajit Doval and other high
dignitaries of the Government of India were present.
The NSCN was represented
by its entire collective leadership and senior leaders of various Naga tribes.
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PM speaks to
various leaders
PM speaks to various
leaders after the signing of historic peace accord between Government of India
and Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN)
The Prime Minister, Shri
Narendra Modi has spoken to various leaders after the signing of historic peace
accord between Government of India and Nationalist Socialist Council of
Nagaland (NSCN).
The Prime Minister spoke
to Governor of Nagaland, Shri Padmanabha Acharya, Chief Minister of Nagaland,
Shri T. R. Zeliang, former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, Leader of
Opposition in Lok Sabha, Shri Mallikarjun Kharge, Janata Dal (United) leader,
Shri Sharad Yadav, Samajwadi Party leader, Shri Mulayam Singh Yadav, CPI (M)
leader Shri Sitaram Yechury, BSP leader Kumari Mayawati, Nationalist Congress
Party leader Shri Sharad Pawar, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, Ms. J.Jayalalithaa,
West Bengal Chief Minister, Ms. Mamata Banerjee, DMK leader and former Chief
Minister of Tamil Nadu, Shri M.Karunanidhi, Janata Dal (Secular) leader Shri HD
Deve Gowda and Congress President, Smt. Sonia Gandhi, on this occasion.
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