Federal Government of Nagaland calls for unity, renewed resolve

Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) Kedahge Zhopra Vero has called for unity and collective resolve among Nagas, while reaffirming the historical and political foundations of the Naga movement.
In his address on the occasion of Republic Day on March 22, Vero paid tribute to the pioneers and martyrs whose sacrifices, he said, laid the foundation of the Naga political movement and continued to inspire future generations.
He recalled that Nagaland became a Republic on March 22, 1956, with the establishment of the FGN during the First Tatar Hoho convened by the Naga National Council (NNC) at Phenshunyu village. He said the formation brought together “Free Nagas” and those from the erstwhile Naga Hills district under a federal system based on democracy, justice and liberty.
Highlighting key historical milestones, Vero cited the Naga Memorandum to the Simon Commission (1929), the declaration of independence in 1947, and the plebiscite of 1951 as expressions of the political will of the Naga people.
Emphasising the need for unity, he said 2026 had been declared as the “Year of Unity” by the Tatar Hoho, urging all Naga political groups, tribal bodies, civil society organisations and church leaders to rise above divisions. He stressed that dialogue must replace rivalry and cooperation must prevail over competition. Vero also reiterated the NNC/FGN’s position on sovereignty, stating that the Naga people had historically asserted their right to determine their own future. He criticised what he described as non-implementation of past agreements by the Government of India, warning that delays and reinterpretations erode trust and weaken prospects for lasting peace.
Reaffirming commitment to peaceful and democratic means, he said the NNC/FGN remained guided by its historical principles and recent agreements. He called on Nagas to preserve their identity, strengthen unity and pursue justice with patience and courage.
Describing Republic Day as a “declaration of hope,” Vero said the Naga struggle was rooted in dignity and the aspiration for self-governance, and urged the people to remain steadfast in their collective vision.