DIMAPUR, JUNE 13 (MExN): The Western Sümi Hoho (WSH) has submitted a proposal to the Chief Minister of Nagaland, calling for urgent measures to strengthen the enforcement and monitoring of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) system, particularly in the districts of Dimapur, Niuland, and Chümoukedima.
In its letter, the WSH highlighted concerns over increasing migration and its impact on the demographic and administrative balance in the region. "It is imperative to ensure a robust ILP mechanism," the WSH stated, adding that the recommendations were structured under short-term and long-term objectives for phased implementation by the Government of Nagaland and its allied agencies.
Among the short-term measures, the Hoho recommended integration of the ILP system with digital government ID platforms such as Aadhaar, PAN, and EPIC for biometric verification, along with the introduction of QR code or barcode-enabled ILPs for efficient scanning and verification at checkpoints.
Other key suggestions include the establishment of dedicated ILP check-gates at key entry points, 24/7 manned checkpoints around Dimapur and adjoining areas, and strict enforcement of ILP checks at transport hubs including railway stations, bus terminals, and the airport.
The WSH also pointed to the need for stringent measures to preserve Naga identity through tighter issuance of Indigenous Inhabitant and Scheduled Tribe (ST) certificates. The Hoho urged the government to ensure that “only individuals of undiluted Naga blood” are issued such certificates, stressing the need for particular scrutiny in cases involving Naga women marrying non-locals, their children, and adoptions. “This policy is crucial to prevent fraudulent claims and safeguard our inherent Naga identity,” it stated.
The WSH expressed hope that the state government would consider the proposal seriously and implement the measures necessary to ensure the ILP system remains effective and relevant in today’s context.
