The Naga People’s Front (NPF) Tseminyu Division held a meeting on March 28, where leaders from unit to central levels reaffirmed their unity and commitment to the party’s core principles. The meeting highlighted the party’s 62-year legacy and its focus on achieving a lasting political solution for the Naga people.
R. Khing, former minister and core committee member, reflected on the party’s journey since 1963, describing it as one of India’s longest-surviving political parties. He recalled challenging phases, including its near-extinction in 2002–03 and the formation of a new party in 2017 due to ideological differences. He urged members to remain united, stating, “Even with one MLA seat, we are not behind anyone in the state.”
Ar. Loguseng Semp, former candidate and CEC member, traced the party’s origins to the Indo-Naga conflict and its evolution over the years. Calling for renewed focus on rebuilding the party’s image, he said, “Once you are enrolled in the party, you are a Naga patriot.”
During the Central Office Bearers’ tour, Daniel Tep, working president of the division, stressed organisational discipline and grassroots coordination to strengthen the party ahead of upcoming elections. Benjamin Lorin, vice president and COB division in-charge, described the NDPP-NPF merger as a strategic move centred on the Indo-Naga political issue, aimed at uniting Naga society.
The programme included addresses from party wings and concluded with a resolve to strengthen the party under the leadership of Dr. Neiphiu Rio.
