While reiterating its commitment to the aspirations of the Naga people, the NSCN/GPRN (Khango-Hokato Vusshe) through its MIP has called for a pragmatic and inclusive resolution to the Indo-Naga political issue as despite decades of dialogue, ceasefires, and interim arrangements, there was absence of a decisive solution.
In this regard MIP emphasised on the historical autonomy of the Nagas, highlighting their distinct socio-political identity, that was recognized even under British rule. It urged for an end to prolonged negotiations and called for a dignified, just peace.
It recalled that after British rule ended in 1947, the Naga people asserted their right to self-determination. However, it said, India integrated Naga territories without consent, sparking South Asia’s longest-standing political movement. The NSCN/GPRN (Khango-Hokato Vusshe) emphasized that the movement was not rebellion but a legitimate political issue demanding a just and lasting resolution.
NSCN (Khango-Hokato Vusshe) maintained that the Indo-Naga political discourse has been shaped by three key agreements: the 16-Point Agreement (1960), which created Nagaland state but failed to address core aspirations; the Framework Agreement (2015), stalled in interpretation; and the Agreed Position (2017), hindered by internal divisions.
Thus, with no inclusive resolution, it said public fatigue was growing. The grouping under the Naga National Political Alliance (NNPA) now seeks to unify these agreements, aiming to bridge differences rather than undermine past efforts, offering a path toward a practical and lasting political solution.
MIP said the Naga National Political Alliance (NNPA) has outlined its vision for a “Common Naga Accord”, aiming to unify the Framework Agreement and Agreed Position.
Emphasizing realism and political maturity, it said the NNPA proposes recognizing the Naga flag and Yehzabo as symbols of identity, respecting traditional governance, and ensuring shared sovereignty with India.
It also demands protection of ancestral lands and opposes unilateral actions like the Free Movement Regime revocation. Calling for unity, the groups said the NNPA urged Nagas to prioritize collective aspirations over factionalism and personal ambitions for a lasting, dignified resolution.
In this regard, MIP has issued a strong appeal urging all Naga political groups to abandon divisive politics and work towards unity. It called on civil society, tribal leaders, student bodies, church leaders, and intellectuals to actively participate in shaping a final accord. Additionally, it pressed the Indian government to recognize that delaying a resolution is not peace but stagnation.
According to MIP, the NNPA stresses that the Indo-Naga solution must not be a symbolic compromise but a dignified, inclusive, and constitutionally binding agreement. After decades of negotiations, ceasefires, and unfulfilled promises, the Naga people deserve more than rhetoric – they deserve closure and justice.
It said NNPA has urged Delhi to expedite the Common Naga Accord by bringing all stakeholders to a sincere dialogue. It emphasized that the NNPA should be seen “not as a rival force” but as a bridge to unify the Framework Agreement and the Agreed Position.
“This is not merely a political appeal,” the NNPA stated. “It is a call for political maturity, moral responsibility, and historical fulfillment.”
NNPA has called this a defining moment to transform a century-old resistance into reconciliation – honoring Naga sacrifices and reaffirming their sovereignty. It appealed for unity and resilience to usher in a future of peace, pride, and justice for the Naga people.