Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Wednesday sought the President’s “gracious support” to settle the long pending Naga issue.
Rio said the Framework Agreement was signed between the Centre and the NSCN-IM on August 3, 2015 and Agreed Position with the seven Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs) recognizing the unique history and position of Nagas and hence, “We are hopeful of an early solution to the Naga political issue.”
He believed that an early solution will surely boost the youth and the people in contributing to the nation’s economy.
Noting that ceasefire and dialogue with Naga political groups has been underway for the last 26 years, the chief minister told the President, “We seek your gracious support in settling the long pending Naga political issue.”
He also expressed the State’s gratitude to the Centre for extending special provisions to Nagaland by incorporating Article 371A in the Constitution, which protects the land, resources and traditional customs and practices of Nagas.
“We are proud of our rich culture, customs and traditional practices, which even today guide our everyday life,” he said.
Rio told the President that the people of the State and representatives were happy over her victory in the presidential elections and stated that Nagaland being one of the oldest states in the North Eastern States region, formed in 1963, has made developments but much is needed to be done.
“People are better economically today, but much remains to be done for which we seek your guidance and support even in the days to come,” he said.