Dimapur, July 5 (MExN): “Beyond human comprehension is the very act of (NSCN-IM chairman) Isak Swu vying for comfortable retirement” from the Indo- Naga political battle by “assimilation of his blood brother” into Indian constitutional fold, the NSCN-K has alleged. It also charged that armed cadres are being “entrusted to ensure victory” of Swu’s brother in the next elections through suppression of electorates at gun point in his home constituency, Pughoboto.
The recent declaration of “IM-backed NPF party” to file Swu’s brother as it’s official candidate in the ensuing state legislative assembly election amply expose Isak’s ambition and intention, a note from the NSCN-K stated. “May it be known that Isak Swu’s hierarchy is supported by several prominent IM functionaries, who are none other than his own blood brothers Qhevihe Swu, convener, Steering Committee, Shikato Swu, Dy. Kilonser (Home Affairs), Avuli Swu, member Steering Committee etc besides several other military officers. Does it imply that IM group itself is behind such nefarious deal of ceding Naga sovereignty in lieu of constitutional amenities of India?”
Swu’s brother himself had actively been involved in various platforms that fought for self-determination of the Nagas; he represented the Nagas in numerous international forums that decried forceful conquest of Nagas by Indians; he served as president of NSF, convener NPMHR etc. for so long, the NSCN-K stated. “…did all these organizations including IM visualized and struggled to gain respectable and commanding position within the dispensation of Indian Union without botheration for thousands of precious Naga lives sacrificed at the altar of Nagas’ independence and sovereignty? Has our sacred struggle relegated to such subservience? And who shall be held accountable is for the Nagas to judge.” The note stated.
NSCN-K discharge cadres
The NSCN-K has discharged “Sgt.” Vihoto, of Hekheshe village, “Coprl.” Khekato of Sukomi village, “Pvt.” Robito Sema of Kuhuboto village and “Col.” Vihoto Chopi “Commander, Operation Mithun.” A note from the NSCN-K stated that Khekato was force-discharge and ‘court-martial’ on ground of indiscipline, dereliction of duties and substance abuse while Robito Sema of was discharged due to desertion from “N/A formation.”
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