FNR reports progress on reconciliation, urges unity

Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) has reaffirmed its commitment to the “Journey of Common Hope”, highlighting key achievements in the reconciliation process while urging unity among Naga groups.
In a report to the Naga people, Forum for Naga Reconciliation recalled that it was formed on March 26, 2008, during a period marked by factional violence, fear and social disruption across Naga areas.
The forum said 39 apex organisations, including the Nagaland Baptist Church Council, Naga Hoho, Naga Mothers’ Association and Naga Students’ Federation, had come together to initiate reconciliation efforts.
FNR said its efforts culminated in the signing of the Covenant of Reconciliation (CoR) on June 13, 2009 by late Isak Chishi Swu, late SS Khaplang and ‘brig.’ (Retd) S. Singnya, resolving to end bloodshed among Nagas.
Forum for Naga Reconciliation stated that the Covenant of Reconciliation led to a significant decline in factional violence, restoration of public life and enabled Naga political groups to move freely without fear.
FNR also highlighted that between 2008 and 2009 it facilitated 21 meetings with the Joint Working Group of Naga Political Groups, strengthening dialogue and trust. It noted that despite offering to dissolve itself after the CoR, NPGs urged FNR to continue, recognising reconciliation as an ongoing process.
Highlighting recent developments, FNR said 2025 marked a turning point, with 16 meetings held involving NPGs and Naga Tribe Hohos. It said a “Treatise” adopted in January 2025 reaffirmed commitment to the CoR, called for forgiveness among groups and initiated steps to implement the Council of Naga Cooperation and Relationship (CNCR) as a mechanism for unity.
FNR said efforts were underway to operationalise CNCR and stressed that tangible progress was being made, though much of the process remained discreet.
It urged the public to guard reconciliation gains, avoid divisive narratives and extend support to unity initiatives. FNR also called for restraint in airing differences on public platforms, advocating dialogue and mutual understanding.
Stating that reconciliation was a continuous process, FNR emphasised that the future of the Naga people depended on unity, trust and collective commitment.