Dimapur, October 31 (MExN): The NSCN (IM) today informed that 148 members from different Naga political organizations have joined the NSCN (IM), “where it lies the future of the Nagas.” The Joint Council of NSCN (IM) consisting of Steering Executives, Cabinet Kilonsers, Dy. Kilonsers and Heads of Department while welcoming them appreciated the “bold decision they have taken keeping in mind the aspirations of the Nagas,” stated a press release from MIP, NSCN (IM). Speaking on behalf of the GDRN/NNC (Non-Accordist), Ato Kilonser Hangping Zeliang said, “It’s the people’s need of demand for oneness which can only bring meaningful solution. Nagas have had enough through division and the only key to achieve our aim is through unity as such we have taken the step to merge with NSCN (IM). It’s an honor to be a part of it and we are proud to be under this banner.” On behalf of the GDRN/NNC, he further assured that “we shall no longer affiliate ourselves with other organization other than NSCN (IM) hence we declare our allegiance and that the GDRN/NNC (Non-Accordist) shall no longer exist,” according to the release President of the GDRN/NNC (N/A), Khumcho Chilimong in his speech said that unity within “our brethrens” can only bring solution, hence, they have moved en masse with the NSCN (IM). Both the civil and Army wings of the GDRN/NNC (N/A) have been officially dissolved, he said.
The release further said that Hotovi Awomi, Dy. Kilonser, GPRN/NSCN “begged for forgiveness from the Nagas for wandering in the wrong direction.” He said the GPRN/NSCN “does not represent the Nagas as it was a fruitless organization. Therefore, they decided to come together morally and physically,” the release added.
Exhorting the gathering, Kilo Kilonser of NSCN (IM), Rh. Raising reiterated that “salvation of the Nagas lies with the NSCN and it’s the only true way to our destination.” He also urged the “home comers” to re-dedicate themselves and to possess a revolutionary spirit.
The “home comers” were all from NNC (N/A), GPRN/NSCN, NSCN (R), and NNC.
