Is Delhi ready to give the flag to the Nagas?
First Published: 23rd August, 2023 22:03 IST
Sources said that there will be another round of discussion between NSCN-IM and Government of India on August 25
The push for a solution to the long-pending Naga political issue gained momentum again with the talks between the NSCN-IM and the Government of India resumed in New Delhi today.
NSCN-IM general secretary Thuingaleng Muivah led the 9 member NSCN-IM delegation during the resumption of talks in which the core issues of separate flag and constitution were discussed.
According to sources, the two parties discussed how to accommodate and respect each other’s rights and interests regarding flag usage.
Sources also said that there will be another round of discussion bwteen two parties on August 25.
It may be mentioned here that the Government of India had earlier agreed to allow the Nagas to use their traditional flag but only on cultural purposes and not to fly it alongside the Indian national flag.
According to sources, the government of India has earlier categorically stated that once this round of discussion is able to narrow the differences relating to the demand for a separate flag and constitution, the talks can be elevated to the next level or in a political level where Union Home Minister Amit Shah could well participate in that and take it forward until the two sides are ready to sign on the dotted line that will bring an agreement to the Naga peace talks.
The Naga peace talks had hit a deadlock, after the NSCN-IM passed a resolution saying that they are not going to sign the accord until and unless the government of India concedes to their demand of a separate flag and constitution for the Naga people. The resolution was adopted at its emergency national assembly at General Headquarters Church, Naga Army, at Hebron Camp near Dimapur, which was attended by over 2000 of its cadres at various levels last year.
The Naga peace talks have been lingering for more than 25 years since the ceasefire agreement was signed in 1997.
COMMENTS
TOPMOST STORY NOW
Live Nagaland: Cong blames Rio govt for alleged multiple taxation, intimidation to business community
27th April 2024Live Shruti Haasan and boyfriend Santanu Hazarika decide to part ways after 4 years of togetherness
27th April 2024Live Manipur: CM N Biren condemns attack on security forces, terms it as act of “cowardice”
27th April 2024Live Students write ‘Jai Shri Ram pass ho jaayein’, scores 56%
27th April 2024WE RECOMMEND
Nagaland: Cong blames Rio govt for alleged multiple taxation, intimidation to business community
The Congress has demanded that the Nagaland Government take adequate steps to mitigate the problems
27th April 2024Nagaland: CNCCI’s indefinite shutdown against multiple taxes, intimidation begins
CNCCI has appealed to the business community to participate in the shutdown and also urged people across the state to cooperate with the shutdown call
27th April 2024Nagaland: Unprecedented rainfall since April 19 damages dam and crops, leaves villagers devastated
Longsa village, known for its substantial vegetable production, has been the worst hit.
24th April 2024ENPO lifts indefinite total shutdown in Eastern Nagaland, a day after LS polls get over in Nagaland
Almost zero voter turnout for the Lok Sabha elections was recorded yesterday in the 6 districts of eastern Nagaland following the indefinite total shutdown.
20th April 2024People boycott Lok Sabha polls in Eastern Nagaland
There was no voting at all in areas under Eastern Nagaland following the indefinite shutdown and “voluntarily abstain” call given by the ENPO.
19th April 2024