Naga National Council (Parent Body) under the leadership of Yilow Humtsoe, Zhiongba Yimkhiung and V Nagi has appealed to Nagas in the homeland and around the world to celebrate 75th anniversary of “Naga Independence Day” which, it claimed, was acknowledged by the United Nations.
It said government of India also recognised the historical and political rights of Nagas and reached political agreements with both entities.
In a statement, NNC parent body said Nagas as people and “nation” have been fighting for their political and historical rights and to be recognised by other sovereign nations as free and independent nation to develop itself in this part of the world for peace and development.
Therefore, the group said Naga people as a whole must stand firm in their historical and political rights to be recognised officially and observe the day in a dignified manner.
It directed all regional councils and NNC members of all Nagas in the homeland to observe solemnly and celebrate with dignity and honour as a people and nation.
“The Naga people as a whole must take it as a bounden duty to celebrate in honour and thanksgiving to our Living God for this significant anniversary…” the statement said.
FGN to celebrate platinum ‘Naga I-Day’
In view of the previous clarion call “Calling all fellow Nagas” dated June 11, 2022, Naga National Council (NNC) and Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) along with the people will be commemorating the platinum jubilee of Naga “nation” on August 14, 11 am, at Chedema village ground.
In an information, ‘capt. (retd.)’ Yirei Lungleng kilonser of Rali Wali FGN informed that ‘gen. (retd.)’ Viyalie Metha, Kedahge of FGN will unfurl the “Naga national flag” and address the “Naga nation” in accordance with the provisions of Yehzabo (constitution) of Nagaland.
In this regard, FGN has extended invitation to all the Nagas for participation in the function and to commemorate the day.
NNC (PB) calls for celebrating 75th ‘Naga I-Day’
