DIMAPUR, OCT 8 (NPN): Nagaland governor Nand Kishore Yadav has described the February 5, 2026 agreement on the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) as an important milestone for Eastern Nagaland, expressing hope that it would open new avenues for inclusive development, stronger institutions and greater opportunities while preserving the unity and integrity of Nagaland.
According to a DIPR report, Yadav made the remarks during an interactive session with government officials and civil society organisations in Tuensang on Tuesday during his visit to the district.
Referring to the agreement signed in New Delhi between the Government of India, Government of Nagaland and Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organisation (ENPO), the governor said it reflected the importance of dialogue, mutual understanding and democratic engagement in addressing the aspirations and developmental needs of the people of Eastern Nagaland.
Revised FNTA Bill 2026, which was unanimously passed in the Assembly on September 3, 2026, seeks to constitute the FNTA for Tuensang, Mon, Longleng, Kiphire, Noklak and Shamator districts. Yadav expressed hope that the development would usher in a new era of peace, cooperation and prosperity in the region, while maintaining the unity and integrity of the state.
He said Tuensang held an important place in Nagaland’s political and administrative history and had been one of the early administrative centres of Eastern Nagaland. He said the district’s heritage, traditions and community institutions remained integral to Nagaland’s cultural identity.
The governor said his visit was aimed at seeing the district firsthand, interacting with people and understanding their aspirations, concerns and expectations.
He said governance became more meaningful when constitutional institutions remained connected with people at the grassroots.
Yadav said Tuensang had considerable potential in agriculture, horticulture, handloom, handicrafts, tourism, education and entrepreneurship. He said better connectivity, infrastructure, technology and opportunities for young people could enable the district to contribute more to Nagaland’s economic growth.
Emphasising the role of youth in the development process, the governor said they needed opportunities, skills, access to technology and an environment to pursue their aspirations. He also underscored that development should go hand in hand with preservation of cultural heritage, language, customs, music and community institutions.
The governor appreciated the efforts of the district administration, security forces, churches, civil society organisations, community leaders and other stakeholders towards peace, stability and development.
Yadav assured the people of Tuensang that their aspirations and concerns would receive due attention and expressed hope that the visit would further strengthen the connection between Lok Bhavan and the people of the district.
Short speeches were also delivered by the ENPO president A Chingmak, CKS vice president Sipong Chang and USLP joint secretary T Bendang Dhongrü. The programme was chaired by DC Tuensang, Lithrongla Tongpi Rutsa. The PowerPoint presentation on departmental activities was given from department of health & family welfare and rural development.
Gov calls for community-led development in Longleng: Nagaland governor Nand Kishore Yadav has called upon the people of Longleng to work towards making the district a model of community-led development in Eastern Nagaland, with greater focus on infrastructure, agriculture, entrepreneurship and preservation of cultural heritage.
Yadav made the appeal during his visit to Longleng on Thursday, where he interacted with district officers and representatives of civil society organisations at the DPDB Hall.
The governor said regular engagement with districts was important to understand local developmental priorities, challenges and aspirations, adding that the progress of Nagaland depended on ensuring development reached all parts of the State.
He identified agriculture, horticulture, handloom and handicrafts, forest-based livelihoods, tourism and entrepreneurship as areas with considerable potential in Longleng.
With better infrastructure, appropriate support, modern technology and improved market access, these sectors could generate sustainable livelihoods and contribute to the district’s economic development, he said.
Yadav particularly encouraged farmers and young entrepreneurs to look beyond traditional markets through value addition, food processing, digital marketing and modern agricultural practices to help local products reach markets within Nagaland and beyond.
The governor also stressed that development should go hand in hand with preservation of identity. He said the traditions, customary practices, indigenous knowledge, music, dance, crafts and community institutions of the Phom people were valuable assets and could serve as a foundation for sustainable development.
Yadav also highlighted Longleng’s potential for responsible and community-based tourism, citing its natural beauty, cultural heritage and traditional way of life.
The governor acknowledged the role of the district administration, security forces, churches, tribal bodies, village institutions, civil society organisations and community leaders in maintaining peace, social harmony and development.
Phom People’s Council (PPC) president YB Angam highlighted road connectivity and market access as persistent challenges for the district, saying road subsidence and natural disasters frequently disrupted connectivity between Longleng headquarters and villages.
Angam also raised concerns over delays in hospital construction and the Lighthouse (Nectar) project, seeking the governor’s intervention for their timely completion.
Advisor for airways and railways A Pongshi Phom, who welcomed the governor, highlighted various welfare schemes and development initiatives of the governments at the Centre and in Nagaland.
Departmental presentations were made by the PWD (R&B), agriculture & allied and medical departments. The programme was chaired by ADC Longleng Thungchanbemo Tungoe, who also proposed the vote of thanks.