Integration of Naga-inhabited areas not possible as it would involve other states, says Neiphiu Rio
Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio made a startling revelation today that integration of Naga-inhabited areas would not be possible under the current situation thus in a way putting to rest
Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio made a startling revelation today that integration of Naga-inhabited areas would not be possible under the current situation thus in a way putting to rest all speculation and concerns in the neighbouring states.
Rio significantly admitted for the first time that bringing all Naga inhabited areas under a single administrative platform would not be possible. Rio was crystal clear in stating that integration of Naga inhabited areas would involve other states and hence even though the demand is genuine, it is not possible to physically integrate the Naga inhabited areas.
This is a significant statement by the Nagaland Chief minister considering the fact that integration of Naga inhabited areas has been a long cherished demand in the state.
Meanwhile, Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio has also clarified that at no point of time has his government opposed the proposed Citizenship Amendment Bill. Rio added that the inner line permit and article 371-A are already in force in Nagaland and provided enough protection to the state and hence there was no need to oppose the Citizenship Bill that has created furore across the region.
First Published: 12th June, 2018 22:24 IST
COMMENTS
TOPMOST STORY NOW
Live Manipur journalist duo arrested for alleged links with insurgents
27th June 2022Live Assam HS Results 2022: Meet the toppers of Arts, Science & Commerce
27th June 2022Live Manipur: JNIMS scripts medical history with 3 kidney transplants
27th June 2022Live Silchar floods: Yong Mizo Association extends helping hand
27th June 2022WE RECOMMEND
Bhutan’s Nagaland-born Queer beauty queen heads for Miss Universe 2022
Nagaland-born Choden is a proud lesbian who will represent the Himalayan nation at Miss Universe 2022 beauty pageant.
21st June 2022“Sovereignty the soul of Naga Nationhood”; NSCN-IM
The NSCN-IM has termed the flag and constitution as ingredients of the recognized sovereignty and unique history of the Nagas.
18th June 2022Global Naga Forum seeks direct involvement of Assam CM in Naga peace process
It may be mentioned that the Assam Chief Minister had earlier ruled out direct involvement in the Naga Peace Process.
18th June 2022Global Naga Forum delegation in Guwahati for “key meet” with Assam CM
The delegation comprising leaders of the Global Naga Forum will meet NEDA convener and Assam CM Sarma for a discussion on the peace process.
16th June 2022Nagaland: NASSA continues ‘pen down strike’ against appointment of Principal Secy
NASSA initially submitted repeated representations to the NLA Speaker not to extend the service of Antony in the Assembly Secretariat.
15th June 2022