DIMAPUR, OCTOBER 25 (MExN): The NSCN (R) today asked the NSCN (IM) to “change the present atmosphere” and consult all Naga political groups regarding the Framework Agreement. A press statement from the MIP of the NSCN (R) said that it had met with the NSCN (IM) leadership and “suggested for wide consultation with all stake holders.” It however lamented that the NSCN (IM) leadership “have not used their wisdom and have come on their way and continued to stress on open door policy, which means all the NPGs should join NSCN (IM).”
It asked that all Naga political groups be consulted “because it will not be possible to solve Asia’s longest political problem by talking to the Government of India alone.” The NSCN (R), while stating that it does not “demean the Naga Civil Societies,” however pointed out that the Naga political groups “who are in battle line should be best consulted.”
“While the Naga people disapproved and refused to accept Framework Agreement and factional solution, the NSCN/GPRN-Reformation will also equally disapprove and reject it whatsoever. Therefore, the NSCN-IM leaders should change the present atmosphere by consulting other NPGs,” it said.
Condemns Oct 23 shootout
Meanwhile the NSCN (R) condemned the firing incident of October 23, where one GPRN/NSCN cadre was killed and said that it shares the “pain and distresses of the GPRN/NSCN.” “This act of the Indian Army is direct violation of not only ceasefire clause but also disrespects the human rights of mankind. We need to have equal respect to understand one another to ensure permanent solution,” it affirmed.
