Nagaland: Supongmeren urges Centre to resolve Naga political issue

Nagaland’s lone Lok Sabha MP, Supongmeren Jamir, has strongly urged the Government of India to resolve the long-pending Naga political issue at the earliest.
According to NPCC communications department, Jamir raised the issue Thursday under Rule 377 in the Lok Sabha during the ongoing Parliament session reiterating the urgent need for an honourable settlement.
He reminded the Centre of its commitments to the Naga people through two historic agreements: 2015 Framework Agreement with NSCN (I-M) and 2017 Agreed Position with the 7 NNPGs.
He said the two these agreements raised immense hope among Nagas for a lasting political solution. Jamir recalled that in 2018, civil society in Nagaland adopted the slogan “No Solution, No Election,” prompting the BJP high command to assure that the state elections would be an “Election for Solution.” Despite this, he said no final settlement has been reached.
He also noted that on October 31, 2019, then Governor and Interlocutor R.N. Ravi announced the Naga Peace Talks had concluded, but the process stalled after the interlocutor’s replacement.
Highlighting unity within Nagaland, Jamir pointed out that the state Legislative Assembly formed an opposition-less government to act as facilitators in the peace process. Yet, more groups have emerged under the Naga political banner, reflecting growing frustration over prolonged delays.
MP asserted that since the Government of India has signed formal agreements with Naga groups, it bears the responsibility to deliver an honourable, inclusive, and acceptable solution. He appealed to the Prime Minister and Home Minister to sincerely heed the collective voice of the Nagas, stating: “The Naga people are united in one voice — we want a solution. The time has come for the Government of India to translate its commitments and agreements into a final political settlement without further delay.”