The National Socialist Council of Nagalim (NSCN-IM) has leveled serious accusations against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that his administration is deliberately avoiding responsibility in addressing the Naga issue. The organization, which has been a central figure in the Indo-Naga peace process, expressed deep dissatisfaction with the lack of progress in political negotiations, which have been ongoing for years.
In a strongly worded press release, the NSCN-IM criticized Prime Minister Modi for what it described as a failure to fulfill the commitments made to the Naga people. The organization pointed specifically to the Framework Agreement signed on August 3, 2015, between the Indian government and the NSCN-IM as a critical turning point that has since been disregarded by the central government. The Framework Agreement was intended to lay the foundation for a lasting peace and a political solution to the decades-old conflict between the Indian state and the Naga community.
The NSCN-IM’s statement highlighted that despite the initial optimism surrounding the Framework Agreement, the subsequent years have seen little to no meaningful progress. The organization accused the Modi administration of deliberately stalling the peace process, suggesting that there has been a consistent lack of sincerity in addressing the core issues at the heart of the Naga people’s demands. This, the NSCN-IM claims, has led to growing frustration and disillusionment within the Naga community.
Further amplifying its concerns, the NSCN-IM alleged that the Indian government is attempting to impose a one-sided solution on the Naga people, disregarding their aspirations for sovereignty and self-determination. The group categorically rejected any such approach, labeling it as unacceptable and in direct violation of the spirit of the Framework Agreement. The NSCN-IM underscored that any solution must be mutually agreed upon and reflective of the Naga people’s historical and political rights.
The organization also issued a call to the Naga people, urging them to remain vigilant and united in their pursuit of a just and honorable solution. The NSCN-IM reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to achieving a political settlement that recognizes Naga sovereignty and respects the unique identity of the Naga people. The group’s statement emphasized that the struggle for these fundamental rights would continue until a satisfactory resolution is reached.
The NSCN-IM’s accusations against Prime Minister Modi and the central government signal a deepening crisis in the Indo-Naga peace process. With the Framework Agreement seemingly stalled, and tensions rising, the path forward remains uncertain. As the Naga people and the Indian government navigate this complex and sensitive issue, the international community and stakeholders within India will be closely monitoring developments, hoping for a peaceful and just resolution.
