The GOVERNMENT of Naga National Council Democratic socialist Republic of Nagaland (GNNC/DSRN) express deep concern and disappointment over the recent declaration made by the Naga Tribe Hohos (NTHs) and the Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) on October 19, 2025, stating that the formation of new Naga political factions will not be accepted. While we recognize and respect the intent of reconciliation and unity, the statement raises critical questions regarding its timing, motive, and consistency with the historical and political realities of the Naga movement.
First and foremost, the FNR and the Tribe Hohos remained silent for years when the Naga cause was being diluted, when the spirit of nationalism was eroding under internal corruption, and when leadership within existing Naga Political Groups (NPGs) drifted away from the founding vision of national self-determination. If the concern was truly for unity and the sacred journey of the Naga people, why did these bodies not raise their voice earlier—when disunity, favoritism, and leadership crises crippled the movement from within and when groups were mushrooming? If the stated objective of the NTHs and FNR is the unity and welfare of the Nagas, we note with concern their silence during the period when multiple faction groups numbering 10 to 15 existed. Raising objections only now, without prior intervention, is neither timely nor justifiable. Equally, these bodies have failed to curb corruption and ensure accountability at both the national and state political levels.
It is therefore legitimate to ask: is the FNR standing for the cause of the Nagas, or has it become a convenient instrument serving the interest of the Indian government and status-quo forces that seek to domesticate the Naga political aspiration? This government remains unwaveringly committed to the cause of Naga sovereignty. We operate under the principle that the destiny of the Nagas must be determined by the Nagas themselves, and not subordinated to the Constitution of India. We ask the NTHs and FNR to clarify their stance: Do they truly support Naga sovereignty, or do they prefer that the Naga people remain under external constitutional frameworks?
Secondly, the right to form political or revolutionary organizations cannot be dictated by any Hoho or forum. History itself testifies that the Naga struggle was born from the courage of independent thinkers and patriots who dared to differ and reorganize when justice demanded it. To declare new initiatives “unacceptable” is to suppress the natural evolution of political conscience among the people. True reconciliation cannot be enforced through suppression; it must grow through accountability, honesty, and shared purpose. Reconciliation without truth is only conformity.
Moreover, the assertion that “no other forum or body may supersede the authority of Tribe Hoho” contradicts the inclusive spirit of Naga polity. Tribe Hohos are cultural and social custodians, not political sovereigns. Their authority cannot override the collective will of the people or restrain genuine political initiatives emerging from grassroots dissatisfaction and moral necessity. The attempt to impose a blanket prohibition on political reorganization risks freezing the movement into stagnation and dependency. Non-governmental organizations and tribal apex bodies should prioritize the welfare of the people above all. Revolutionary and nationalist movements, working independently for the nation, are best positioned to address systemic political and administrative challenges.
The GNNC/DSRN reaffirm that every Naga has the right to participate in shaping the nation’s destiny. We stand for accountability, transparency, and renewal within the Naga political movement. The formation of new political fronts should not be seen as fragmentation, but as a sign of awakening a call to revive the founding principles of truth, integrity, and self-determination that once united the Nagas. If the genuine concern of the NTHs and FNR is for the people of Nagaland, the foremost task should be to tackle corruption. Only then can unity and genuine progress be achieved. Efforts to establish working groups under the pretext of the Indian Constitution should make way for groups sincerely committed to the Naga cause. Public confusion must be avoided; clarity of purpose is paramount.
We call upon the FNR and Tribe Hohos to introspect sincerely, to engage with emerging voices rather than suppress them, and to remember that unity without justice is bondage. The future of the Naga Nation demands courage, not conformity; conviction, not compromise. Let it be clearly understood that no organization should interfere in the independent path of others who are working for the nation. Constructive cooperation is welcome, but sovereignty-driven initiatives must be allowed to operate freely without unnecessary obstruction.
Further It is deeply appreciated that our Honourable Chief Minister, Dr. Neiphiu Rio, has taken the initiative to visit New Delhi to pursue and deliberate upon the long-pending political issue concerning the Naga people. During the course of discussion, when he rightly emphasized that a solution should be given to the Nagas, the Government of India reportedly responded that unless the Nagas are united, a solution cannot be granted, warning that disunity may lead to unrest and bloodshed.
This raises a fundamental and urgent question: What kind of solution is the Government of India truly prepared to offer to the Nagas? Is it a solution that upholds the Naga people’s right to sovereignty, or is it a solution that is to be confined within the framework of the Indian Constitution?
Only when this critical question is answered with clarity can the Nagas collectively decide their course of action and work together in unity under one common banner. Therefore, it is imperative that the Government of India clearly defines the nature and framework of the proposed solution so that the Nagas may move forward with a shared vision and understanding.
MEDIA CELL
GNNC/DSRN
