Dimapur, March 17 (MExN): Troubled by a number of disturbing developments in the state in one way or other associated with the Naga “political” groups, the Government of Nagaland and Naga civil society organizations today lent a voice of strong disapproval that aggression in any form must stop. Denouncement of recent upheavals including the factional clash in Wokha – in the backdrop of the ongoing reconciliation and peace efforts – and threats and intimidations on matters relating to administrative prerogatives, were made today.
Up from a considerable span of hiatus, Nagaland Home minister Imkong L Imchen today said “the incident” in Wokha district between the NSCN (IM) and “NSCN (K)” is totally uncalled for. The Home Minister in another regular assertion again assured that “the government of Nagaland will put all its effort to bring about this ugly situation to an end at the earliest”.
“The incident in Wokha district between the NSCN-IM and NSCN-K is totally uncalled for and should be condemn by one and all in the context of the present ongoing peace talk between the different Naga underground faction with the objective of forging a unity and common platform” Imchen said in a note today.
When the hopes of the people are so high, Imchen said “such avoidable incident has clouded with darkness”. He said all the Nagas including those overseas, are “asking” for peace and unity. This was expressed clearly during the recently-concluded Naga Consultative Meet with the theme “one dream, one future” Imchen said. The “factions” are told to “stay away from such kind of unnecessary confrontation immediately”.
Meanwhile, the Home minister has conveyed his “best appreciation” to the Kyong people, the Kyong Hoho, Kyong Students’ Union and various organizations and individuals as well as the administration and police.
They have been exerting so much of efforts to deter confrontations and violent “acts”, Imchen said. “I would like to appeal specially to the Lotha (Kyong) community not to disappoint with such incident but renew their efforts so as to prevail upon this warring faction and restore the peace and harmony in the society. Their efforts will never go in vain and the district administration and police are always there to support and defend their mission” Imchen added.
NPMHR questions factional feud
The Naga Peoples Movement for Human Rights (NPMHR) also expressed deep anguish and disgust at the recent “reappearance of armed clashes and killings of cadres between the two NSCN(s) groups in Tirap district Arunachal Pradesh on March 12, 2009 and around Bhandari in Wokha, Nagaland on March 14, 2009. “Whatever may be the justification or counter allegations made by both groups, NPMHR questions the factional feud and considers it as going against the spirit of turning swords into ploughshares”, stated a press communiqué issued by Dr. N. Venuh, Secretary General of the NPMHR.
Pointing out that factional bloodshed is against the interest of the common people, the NPMHR cautioned that their continuance “endangers the factions from forfeiting public support towards the movement for reconciliation, unity and peace”.
Reminding on the spirit of “turning swords into ploughshares”, the NPMHR said this had been worked upon after demonstration of commitment from all parties to the ongoing reconciliation process under the initiative of Forum for Naga Reconciliation.
The NPMHR has appealed to all the Naga “political” groups particularly the two NSCNs who are in ceasefire with the Government of India, to restrain and shun all kinds of violence while taking the difficult road of reconciliation. “Despite the presence of some areas of ‘difficulties’ amongst the different group while journeying towards working out a genuine reconciliation, NPMHR appeals for creative ways of managing and resolving differences”, the press communiqué stated. The NPMHR has encouraged mutual respect, creative communication channels and a more-humane approach while working to “resolving communication gaps and addressing misperceptions through nonviolent ways”.
Meanwhile, with the Indian parliamentary elections around the corner, NPMHR has appealed to all to remain “alert of different vested interests fishing in trouble waters”. According to the NPMHR, past experiences of state electoral politics have shown that elections are often used as an “instrument of dividing and controlling the masses by higher powers that be, for their interest against the people’s interest”. “NPMHR appeals to the authorities of all Naga political groups to be in the fullest grip of their chain commands under them and to control any further untoward incidents taking place at this sensitive period of our struggle towards common hope and recommit themselves to the common cause of reconciliation towards just peace”.
Mungdang warns on threats
The Ongpangkong Mungdang has taken serious note of recent reports that the “two NSCN IM & K” issued threats to three bureaucrats as well as investigation personnel probing bogus appointments in the School Education department. The civil organization took strong note that the “national workers” seem to be “busy” in “too many social and other issues”.
The organization has made clear in its warning that it shall not remain a mere spectator if “any uncivil untoward incident” happens to any of the “other members” including Ongpangkong member Additional Chief Secretary Banuo Z Jamir. In a reaction today, the Ongpangkong Mungdang expressed astonishment at the activities of what was stated as “national workers”. These elements, apart from being more than one group, are “busy meddling in too many social and other issues” and creating “undesired situation” among the Naga communities.
“It is also astonishing to see the activities of some national workers, instead of taking the large national agenda forward, to be busy meddling in too many social and other issues which is creating many undesired situation, misunderstanding and corruption among different Naga communities and tribes” the Ongpangkong Mungdang noted. Noting with seriousness the recent reports “where two NSCN (IM & K)” issued threats to three bureaucrats as well as investigation personnel, the organization has asked the faction to withdraw the threats “in good faith”.
“The Ongpangkong Mungdang will not be mere spectators if any uncivil untoward incident happens to our member Banuo Z Jamir or any other member as a consequence of the recent threats served. Our belief and support is for Naga cause and justice, not for any form of corruption” the organization added.
Source: The Morung Express
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Up from a considerable span of hiatus, Nagaland Home minister Imkong L Imchen today said “the incident” in Wokha district between the NSCN (IM) and “NSCN (K)” is totally uncalled for. The Home Minister in another regular assertion again assured that “the government of Nagaland will put all its effort to bring about this ugly situation to an end at the earliest”.
“The incident in Wokha district between the NSCN-IM and NSCN-K is totally uncalled for and should be condemn by one and all in the context of the present ongoing peace talk between the different Naga underground faction with the objective of forging a unity and common platform” Imchen said in a note today.
When the hopes of the people are so high, Imchen said “such avoidable incident has clouded with darkness”. He said all the Nagas including those overseas, are “asking” for peace and unity. This was expressed clearly during the recently-concluded Naga Consultative Meet with the theme “one dream, one future” Imchen said. The “factions” are told to “stay away from such kind of unnecessary confrontation immediately”.
Meanwhile, the Home minister has conveyed his “best appreciation” to the Kyong people, the Kyong Hoho, Kyong Students’ Union and various organizations and individuals as well as the administration and police.
They have been exerting so much of efforts to deter confrontations and violent “acts”, Imchen said. “I would like to appeal specially to the Lotha (Kyong) community not to disappoint with such incident but renew their efforts so as to prevail upon this warring faction and restore the peace and harmony in the society. Their efforts will never go in vain and the district administration and police are always there to support and defend their mission” Imchen added.
NPMHR questions factional feud
The Naga Peoples Movement for Human Rights (NPMHR) also expressed deep anguish and disgust at the recent “reappearance of armed clashes and killings of cadres between the two NSCN(s) groups in Tirap district Arunachal Pradesh on March 12, 2009 and around Bhandari in Wokha, Nagaland on March 14, 2009. “Whatever may be the justification or counter allegations made by both groups, NPMHR questions the factional feud and considers it as going against the spirit of turning swords into ploughshares”, stated a press communiqué issued by Dr. N. Venuh, Secretary General of the NPMHR.
Pointing out that factional bloodshed is against the interest of the common people, the NPMHR cautioned that their continuance “endangers the factions from forfeiting public support towards the movement for reconciliation, unity and peace”.
Reminding on the spirit of “turning swords into ploughshares”, the NPMHR said this had been worked upon after demonstration of commitment from all parties to the ongoing reconciliation process under the initiative of Forum for Naga Reconciliation.
The NPMHR has appealed to all the Naga “political” groups particularly the two NSCNs who are in ceasefire with the Government of India, to restrain and shun all kinds of violence while taking the difficult road of reconciliation. “Despite the presence of some areas of ‘difficulties’ amongst the different group while journeying towards working out a genuine reconciliation, NPMHR appeals for creative ways of managing and resolving differences”, the press communiqué stated. The NPMHR has encouraged mutual respect, creative communication channels and a more-humane approach while working to “resolving communication gaps and addressing misperceptions through nonviolent ways”.
Meanwhile, with the Indian parliamentary elections around the corner, NPMHR has appealed to all to remain “alert of different vested interests fishing in trouble waters”. According to the NPMHR, past experiences of state electoral politics have shown that elections are often used as an “instrument of dividing and controlling the masses by higher powers that be, for their interest against the people’s interest”. “NPMHR appeals to the authorities of all Naga political groups to be in the fullest grip of their chain commands under them and to control any further untoward incidents taking place at this sensitive period of our struggle towards common hope and recommit themselves to the common cause of reconciliation towards just peace”.
Mungdang warns on threats
The Ongpangkong Mungdang has taken serious note of recent reports that the “two NSCN IM & K” issued threats to three bureaucrats as well as investigation personnel probing bogus appointments in the School Education department. The civil organization took strong note that the “national workers” seem to be “busy” in “too many social and other issues”.
The organization has made clear in its warning that it shall not remain a mere spectator if “any uncivil untoward incident” happens to any of the “other members” including Ongpangkong member Additional Chief Secretary Banuo Z Jamir. In a reaction today, the Ongpangkong Mungdang expressed astonishment at the activities of what was stated as “national workers”. These elements, apart from being more than one group, are “busy meddling in too many social and other issues” and creating “undesired situation” among the Naga communities.
“It is also astonishing to see the activities of some national workers, instead of taking the large national agenda forward, to be busy meddling in too many social and other issues which is creating many undesired situation, misunderstanding and corruption among different Naga communities and tribes” the Ongpangkong Mungdang noted. Noting with seriousness the recent reports “where two NSCN (IM & K)” issued threats to three bureaucrats as well as investigation personnel, the organization has asked the faction to withdraw the threats “in good faith”.
“The Ongpangkong Mungdang will not be mere spectators if any uncivil untoward incident happens to our member Banuo Z Jamir or any other member as a consequence of the recent threats served. Our belief and support is for Naga cause and justice, not for any form of corruption” the organization added.
Source: The Morung Express
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