Chizokho Vero
Tahamzam (Senapati) | May 13
A massive Naga Integration Rally held here demanding the unification of all the Naga inhabited areas and in support of the Indo-Naga peace process this morning along with the other districts Ukhrul, Tamenglong and Chandel, unanimously endorsed and reaffirmed its commitment for the integration of all Naga areas under one political roof.
In a memorandum submitted to the Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh by the Naga people of Tahamzam (Senapati) district led by Naga People Organization (NPO) after the rally, it demanded removal of “Arbitrary boundaries- imposed upon the Nagas,” to deliver justice by expediting the ongoing Indo-Naga peace process and honorable solution acceptable to both the parties.
The memorandum, which was submitted through Deputy Commissioner, Tahamzam (Senapati) District, Manipur stated that the desire of the Nagas to live as one people under one administrative roof had been continuously expressed from the very beginning by “our representatives since the year 1929.”
The memorandum signed by 12 different organizations while also expressing full support and sincere commitment to the ongoing Indo-Naga peace process, earnestly requested Prime Minister to respect and uphold the historical resolution and desire of the Naga people for integration of all Naga areas under one political roof.
At the rally, the participants shouted at the top of their voices slogan likes, “We demand Naga political solution,” “Expedite Peace Process,” “We demand Naga integration,” “Long live Collective leadership,” “We support peace process,” “We demand honorable solution”, “No Integration No Solution” etc.
Among the many placards read at the rally included, “We have seen our women raped and tortured in front of our eyes, no more please,” “Collective leadership , we are with you,” “Our land is our land,” “Naga integration is our birth right,” “We want peace, justice and freedom let us give peace a chance!!,” “Some of our parents are without their papa and mama for our rightful cause,” “It is time for honorable solution,” “We have suffered for more than 57 years. Now its time for solution,” “Stop insulting our wishes and desire,” etc.
Earlier, United Naga Council President Paul Leo said that time has come for GOI to allow the Nagas to determine their future. He also said that the time has come for Government of India to be very sincere.
“We cannot be silent spectators to the Naga peace process,” Naga Hoho president Keviletuo said adding that the rally would surely strengthen and enhance the negotiators. He also reiterated that Nagas are one; we are one people, one land and one nation.
NSF’s vice president, Imchatoba, former NSF president NSN Lotha, Ex- deputy speaker Raina, representative for Naga Women Union, Manipur and P. Ashuli also spoke on the occasion. The rally was held under the aegis of the United Naga Council.
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