A genuine people’s movement must be rooted in sacrifice, integrity, and voluntary support—not coercion. If a cause is truly just, it will naturally inspire the confidence and participation of the people; it will not depend on enforced taxation or pressure to sustain itself.
Today, many ordinary Naga citizens are working tirelessly to support their families, yet they face increasing demands from multiple groups claiming authority in the name of the people. This presents a serious contradiction. Any movement that claims to protect and represent the people must not become a source of their economic burden or daily hardship.
There is also a growing recognition that, within the existing democratic framework of India, many people are experiencing greater stability, opportunity, and developmental progress.
In this context, the proliferation of factions and overlapping demands risks weakening social cohesion, deepening division, and placing unnecessary strain on the public.
This moment calls for clarity, responsibility, and courage in leadership. True leadership does not multiply burdens—it reduces them. It does not divide—it unites.
The increasing public call for “one governance, one system, and a transparent framework” reflects a legitimate aspiration for accountability, order, and lasting peace.
No organization, regardless of its historical or political claims, holds the moral authority to compel contributions from the public. Genuine support must be earned through trust, credibility, and service—not extracted through fear or obligation.
Furthermore, while concerns over the progress and implementation of peace agreements may exist, such matters must be addressed through appropriate political and institutional channels. The general public should not be made to bear the consequences of unresolved negotiations or internal disagreements.
Equally important, invoking rising frustration among Naga youth as a justification for pressure or instability is both irresponsible and inconsistent with the principles of a democratic society.
Such narratives risk aggravating tensions rather than resolving them, and they undermine the very future they claim to protect.
The future of the Naga people must be shaped by unity, dignity, and inclusive progress—not fragmentation, coercion, or competing impositions.
Only through responsible leadership, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to peace can a stable and prosperous path forward be secured.
Patrick Solo
4th mile Diphupar,
Chumukedima Nagaland.
Sunday, May 17, 2026