Dimapur, August 14 (MExN): The NSCN-IM acknowledged that the Naga movement has entered into a decisive phase which is being demonstrated thoroughly by the nine-year old ceasefire between the organization and the Government of India.
“Countrymen, we have entered a decisive phase of our struggle and as we commit ourselves to the ongoing Indo-Naga political talks, I ask from you the firmness and resoluteness to withstand the destructive forces who are bent upon enslaving the Nagas for eternity” Isak Swu, Chairman of the NSCN-IM stated in his speech on the occasion of 59th Naga Independences Day, August 14. “We are into the ninth year of our political talks with the GOI, the intensity and seriousness in the latest round of talks is an indication of how determined the two entities are to find a peaceful, amicable solution to end the decades old Indo-Naga political problem” he said assuring the people that the ongoing political dialogue is between ‘two nations and two peoples with distinct historical and political background.’ The Chairman in this regard reaffirmed that any solution, therefore, shall uphold this truth. “A solution within the Indian union or within the parameters of Indian constitution is therefore out of question” he reasserted.
The Chairman also warned against what he stated are divisive elements “who are nothing but perpetual tools at the hands of their master”. According to Swu the divisive policies of these elements are too apparent and “if we, in our moment of weakness, succumb to the theory of these degenerated elements, we will only be distancing ourselves from the reality of the situation”.
“Our history is clear, we are a politically conscious people and we owe ourselves a correct political stand. This is the true spirit of a Naga. The cause is too dear and it demands a concerted effort. NSCN is a people’s movement, it embodies the will and desire of a people and therefore our strength lies solely with the Naga people” he reminded.
He also asserted that the NSCN has made much headway in establishing steady understanding with a number of Governments in Asia, Europe and North America. “The legitimacy of the Naga political struggle is recognized and supported by a number of Human Rights Organizations. We appreciate the efforts of Unrepresented Nations and People’s Organization(UNPO), International Peace Council for States, Peoples and Minorities(Kreddha) and the Naga International Support centre(NISC) in the Netherlands, Parliamentarians for National Self Determination(PNSD) in the UK, Support Group of Indigenous Peoples (KWIA) in Belgium, International Work Group on Indigenous Affairs (IWGIA) in Denmark, Forum Asia in Thailand, Society for Threatened People in Germany, Naga American Council(NAC) in the US, Naga People’s Friendship Network for Korea (NPFNK) in South Korea.
We highly value their contributions to the Naga cause” the Chairman acknowledged.
He also expressed appreciation the role played by the Naga Hoho and its constituents, NSF and its federating units, NPMHR, NMA, UNC, ANSAM, Senior citizen’s forum, Naga Churches, prayer groups and other organizations.
“Finally my countrymen, it is to be remembered that Nagalim marches on under the banner of ‘Nagalim for Christ’. I appeal to our National workers in particular and the Nagas in general to abide the teachings of Christ our Savior. His Will for the Nagas must be sought. The plan of God will prevail over the wisdom and understanding of humans. No power on earth can negate God’s plan for the Nagas. May God’s grace abound in us all” he said.
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