Executive member and former convenor of the NSCN (I-M) steering committee, Hutovi Chishi has expressed shock at a report “floated in social media and PTI-sourced media report” after his exit as convenor Steering committee.
In a statement, Hutovi explained that the issue was simply a matter of normal change of guard in the NSCN (I-M)’s steering committee but which had been “blown out of proportion with venomous manipulation” and which did not reflect “his thoughts and emotions in any manner.”
Hutovi further alleged that it was undoubtedly “the handiwork of anti-NSCN elements prodded by IB (Intelligence Bureau), to create crack within the organisation.”
Hutovi said he was “highly indebted to our Collective Leadership” for entrusting upon him, to serve the organisation as Co-convenor and also convenor of the NSCN(I-M) steering committee.
He said “NSCN has stood the test of time as a cohesive organisation, with unflinching commitment from members and shall remain as a cohesive force in Naga political affairs.”