The 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly, in its 7th Session, passed several significant bills aimed at improving governance, fiscal decentralization, and disaster management. Chief Minister Dr. Neiphiu Rio, who introduced most of the legislation, framed these measures as steps to address pressing public concerns and environmental challenges in the state.
Among the major bills passed were the Nagaland State Finance Commission Bill, 2025, and the Nagaland Flood Plain Zoning Bill, 2025. The State Finance Commission Bill is designed to empower local bodies by enabling municipalities and rural local governments to perform their responsibilities more effectively.
The Assembly also saw the presentation of key reports and service rules. The Chief Minister tabled the Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India on State Finances for 2023-24, the Nagaland Evaluation Service Rules, 2025, the Nagaland New & Renewable Energy Department Service Rules, 2024, and the Nagaland State Human Rights Commission Annual Report 2024-25.
Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton introduced the Nagaland Forensic Science Laboratory Service Rules, 2024, under the Police Department, aimed at strengthening forensic infrastructure. Committee heads presented the Internal Working Rules for the Committee on Subordinate Legislation, the Committee of Privileges and Ethics, and the Committee on Government Assurances, providing clarity on procedures and accountability.
The passage of these bills can also be seen in the context of real events and citizen concerns. The Pimla case, repeated Dimapur floods, and demands for better local governance have highlighted gaps in disaster management, land-use planning, and financial autonomy at the local level. The Flood Plain Zoning Bill and the State Finance Commission Bill can therefore be viewed as steps toward addressing these issues, helping protect citizens, regulate construction in vulnerable areas, and strengthen local governance structures.
