DIMAPUR, JAN 13 (MExN): In a significant first step towards peace and reconciliation, the NSCN (IM) in a landmark proclamation declared by its Chairman Isak Chishi Swu announced that whosoever has committed crime against the people and the NSCN (IM) is forgiven. “In the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and to glorify His name, I, the Yaruiwo of Nagalim, solemnly do hereby declare this proclamation on this day, the 13th January 2007”, the proclamation issued by Swu stated. The brief proclamation issued from the CHQ, Hebron by the Chairman also “earnestly” urged those groups and individuals, who have committed serious political mistakes in the past, to seek forgiveness from the people. “Let reconciliation, forgiveness and compassion ring all over Nagalim. This is the call of the day”, the proclamation stated.
It may be mentioned that a three-day ‘national leaders fasting and prayer programme’ was held at CHQ Church, Hebron on January 11-13 on the theme “forgiveness and reconciliation”, which concluded with the proclamation from the Chairman Isak Chishi Swu.
According to an MIP press communiqué, prayer items included calling for ‘perfect co-ordination/relationship between the Collective Leadership and subordinate authorities and officers; praying for the Holy Spirit’s anointing on authorities for reformation of NSCN (IM); prayer for NSCN (IM) peace initiative towards people and other groups; praying for the support and cooperation of the people, civil societies and churches towards peace process; prayer for peace process and early solution; prayer of the Indian leadership; prayer for Council of Nagalim Churches and spiritual revival in NSCN (IM); prayer for Naga Army, unit wise and civil set ups and prayer for economic prosperity and financial resources.
The three-day programme, it was informed was arranged by the Council of Nagalim Churches and had speakers such as Rev. L. Mhasi, Rev. Dr. Shiwoto, Rev Phughoto, Rev. Dr. P. Dozo and Rev. Dr. Thumra.
