06/17/2005: "Nagas take out rallies in Manipur"

Nagas take out rallies in Manipur Kangla
IMPHAL, June 16: Defying prohibitory orders, a ‘solidarity rally for Naga unification’ was organised today in Senapati and Ukhrul districts of Manipur, official reports said here. Rallyists marched through the major roads of the district headquarters of Senapati and Ukhrul Hill districts in spite of heavy deployment of security and police forces. The ‘solidarity rally for Naga unification’ was organised by United Naga Council (UNC), a Naga social organisation, which had planned to organise similar rallies at Chandel and Tamenglong hill districts. Official sources said reports of a rally at Chandel and Tamenglong, where prohibitory orders were in force, had not yet been received at the police headquarter here. The State Government had banned rallies and processions in valley and hill districts with immediate effect from Tuesday last and imposed prohibitory orders in view of the present law and order situation, the sources said. UNC sources said their organisation was opposing the state government’s declaration of June 18 as general holiday to mark ‘Manipur Integrity Day’ – the day on which 18 persons had been killed during protest against extension of Centre-NSCN (IM) ceasefire beyond Nagaland and Naga-inhabited areas, including Manipur in 2001.

United Committee Manipur (UCM), a social organisation, had been urging the state government to declare general holiday on June 18 to observe ‘Manipur Integrity Day’. The government had decided to declare general holiday on June 18 from this year. Reports from the districts said no arrest has been made in connection with the rally in Senapati and Ukhrul districts. No untoward incident was also reported from these districts, the reports added. United Committee Manipur (UCM) had been asked not to organise any rally or procession while observing Manipur Integrity Day on June 18 next, the sources said. They were asked to offer only floral tributes or organise religious function, the sources said. The State Government had earlier appealed to all citizens to exercise restraint and not to take any action or issue statements that could endanger the social fabric of Manipur and threaten the harmonious existence of all communities, an official statement said.–PTI

Hoho, NSF grace Senapati rally Kangla

SENAPATI, June 16: Like the other three hill districts, dominated by the Nagas, Senapati also defied the ban imposed by the Government and successfully staged the rally calling for unification of Naga people today. From 10 in the morning, thousands of people streamed in at the Senapati mini stadium.
The district administration stood by and watched and did nothing to enforce the ban so forcefully announced by the Chief Minister a few days back. The district police led by the SP, Kh Chandramani, CRPF and Assam Rifles personnel stood by around the mini-stadium to ensure that nothing untoward happened. At 10.30 am, UNC president Puni Modoli flagged off the rally.

Significantly an 85 year old WW II veteran Alfred Ruivah took part in the rally. After covering a distance of about 4 kms the rallyists converged at the mini-stadium again where a public meeting was held. Addressing the meeting, general secretary of Naga Hoho, Neingoluo Krome said that the Naga people have witnessed bloodshed for the past 50 years and they now want peace. The solution to the Naga problem lies in peace and unification of Naga inhabited areas, he added.

"The June 18 uprising in 2001 was significant and it has given the Nagas the opportunity to give them the required strength to fight for the unification of the Naga people," said Krome. There cannot be any justification in any party trying to oppose the Naga unification demand, he added. The need of the hour is to respect each other and ensure peaceful co-existence with the spirit of understanding each others' aspirations, he added. Expressing grave concern over the opposition raised by the NSCN (K) and the NNC against the rally, Krome said that whatever internal differences there may be should be worked out together amicably. The Naga Hoho leader reasoned that the Meitei brothers should realise that their dreams and aspirations for sovereignty may become a reality once the aspirations of Nagas are realised. Naga Students' Federation president, Pugshike Awomei said that Nagas are one people, one Nation and added that the Naga people stand by Naga solidarity.

Without integrating the Nagas, there can be no solution to the Naga problem, he asserted and added that the decision of the Government of Manipur to declare June 18 as a State holiday is unacceptable. It will bear no fruits to provoke the Naga people, lectured Awomei and observed that standing against the aspiration of the Naga people for peace is unacceptable. Two slogans were raised in unison during the meeting with the president of the NSF leading the way. A memorandum addressed to the Prime Minister of India through the DC of Senapati was also submitted. (The Sangai Express)

UNC rallies held, no resistance from administration The Imphal Free Press

IMPHAL, Jun 16: Defying prohibitory orders, and the state government’s resolve not to allow holding of rallies in four hill districts, massive rallies were taken out at the district headquarters of Senapati, Ukhrul, Chandel and Tamenglong districts extending solidarity for the cause of ‘Naga unification’, without much interference from the district administrations. At all four venues, near-identical memoranda were submitted by UNC representatives to the respective DCs, addressed to the Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, urging for expediting the ongoing peace talks with the NSCN(IM).

The UNC in a release claimed the number of rallyists were as follows: Senapati 50,700, Ukhrul 60,500, Chandel 30,600 and Tamenglong 32,200. However government sources said the participation was much less. At Senapati district headquarters, several thousands of people participated in the rally which started at around 10:30 am from the Senapati public ground, and proceeded through Senapati forest gate, a distance of one and a half kilometres and turned back to gather at the ground where a brief meeting was held. No attempt was made on the part of the district authorities to stop the rally from taking place, with the district police standing by as the rallyists marched.

A huge crowd displayed banners and placards reading ‘Nagas have been separated too long’, ‘unification is our birthright’, ‘no unification, no solution’, etc. Addressing the gathering, the general secretary, Naga Hoho, Neingulo Krome urged the people to march ahead on the unification issue under the collective leadership (of the NSCN(IM)). Describing the June 18, 2001 uprising in Imphal, and the death of civilians as futile events, he asked what good it has done for the Meiteis. Nagas will die as patriots and not as martyrs for the sovereignty of Nagaland, he declared. Whoever stands in the way of the unification of the Nagas will be removed, he said as the crowd cheered. Pusaka, president, NSF, said many people have been trying their best to sabotage the aspirations of the Nagas, but they will not succeed. Asking the Meiteis to be good neighbours and understand the Naga issue, he stated that the Meiteis don’t have to worry about independence from India once the Nagas’ aspirations are fulfilled. The UNC memorandum addressed to the Prime Minister, reads, in part: ‘.. we wish to express the deep anguish of our people at the undue delay in bringing an honourable and mutually acceptable solution to the Naga people. Nagas are fed up of an imposed war and we long for peace - not on our terms but based on our unique history and situation. We have no doubt in our minds that unification of Naga territories is the first step towards an honourable solution.

‘We fully endorse the peace process but are saddened by the seemingly endless talks. We believe that to arrive at an honourable solution the manner is equally as important as the end ... We therefore urge upon you to kindly expedite the ongoing peace talks that appear to have stalled and to erase the feeling of the people that the government of India has not been sincere in their efforts to bring a final solution.’

Ramkung Pamei adds from Tamenglong: People from all walks of life took out a giant rally here today demanding unification of all Naga inhabited areas under single administrative roof. The rally was organized jointly by Tamenglong based social organizations- Zeliangrong Union, Zeliangrong Youth front, Zeliangrong Students' Union and Zeliangrogn Women's Union. The district administration promulgated restrictions under section 144 of the CrPC but refrained from trying to stop the rally.
The rallyists submitted a memorandum to the prime minister of India through the DC, Tamenglong signed by Puni Modoli, president UNC and D. Dikambui, president Zeliangrong Union (Assam, Manipur & Nagaland). Speaking to this correspondent after the rally Thaikhui Rongmei, SDM Tamenglong, who is presently in charge as district magistrate said the district administration could not stop the rallyists due to want of more man-power and also because of the fact that using violent steps to stop the rallyists will only enrage them and create uglier situation
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And thus the district administration opted to restraint itself and allow the people to go on with their plans peacefully. Chandel: A rally in support of ‘Naga unification’ was also taken out in Chandel district today, spearheaded by the UNC and supported by NPMHR, NWUM, ANSAM, NSF, CNPO and other organisations. Apart from Chandel residents, people from Churachandpur district also participated. The rally started from Maha Union High School, and later proceeded towards DC’s bungalow, veterinary office and Taphou bazar. After submitting a memorandum to the DC, the rallyists returned to the Maha Union High School whire a public meting was held.

The meeting was addressed by D Ringo, president, CNPO, S Khajon, former president ANSAM, L Paulhring, president and MH Mahring, speaker, NSF. Paulhring, in his address, said the rights of the Nagas cannot be determined by other communities. However, the Nagas would not forsake other communities after their aspirations are fulfilled. Ukhrul: In Ukhrul district, the rally originated from three different points, one from Hundung Junction, another from Jesami crossing and the third from Kharasom crossing. The rallyists numbering in thousands gathered at Tangkhul Naga Long ground at around 10 am. From there, they proceeded towards the DC’s office and submitted a memorandum. The rally was thereafter disrupted by a heavy downpour. Plying of vehicles along the Imphal-Ukhrul road was canceled for the day and all shops and other establishments remained closed for the rally.

Khuman Ngakpa :it's really worrisome to see on the part of the Govt. that inspite of all the preparation to stop such kind of rallies it did nothing to stop on the real day.Seems that Govt. and its law protectors are TIGERs only in Paper and Imphal Area.This is a very worrying factor.This shows the lack of commitment and preparation from Govt.'s side.Leave this apart, now who is going to stop the rally of 18th.Trying to stop this rally will bring direct face-off between the Govt and the people leading to death of many civilian.The Govt. should be now responsible for any uprising and rallies.
people :The unity of Nagas lies with Nagas not meeteis or kukis or anyone else in that matter. You created differences and blame someone else for all the problems you faced,that is not acceptable. The Bible says 'Love thy neighbour', but according to nagas it should be 'unite thyself and hate thy neighbour'
Peace and Justice :Bravo great Nagas! Your history is the witness that Nagas never bowed down to subjugation and occupation. We salute you! Long live Nagas! Long live Nagalim! Kuknalim!

UNC to go on offensive over June 18 holiday declaration The Imphal Free Press

Senapati, Jun 16: Apart from the bandh called for June 21, a harsh stir is on the cards on the part of the Naga based organisations in Manipur in the event of the Manipur government's failure to withdraw its declaration of June-18 as "Integrity Day" which will be a state holiday.
UNC leaders here said that they would resort to indefinite blockades of the two National Highways and other forms of agitations, while All Naga Students Association, Manipur leaders informed NNN today that they would endorse whatever decision the United Naga Council takes.
When asked about the possible date from which their proposed series of agitation might start, UNC leaders said that total bandh would be imposed on June 21 and the reaction from the O.Ibobi Singh government would be observed then only decision could be taken.
"We are not against any organisation nor against any community but our agitations have been solely targeted at the Manipur government for taking immature decision", said Paul Leo who is the UNC ex-president. ANSAM vice-president Ngachonmi Chamroy said that until and unless the Manipur government withdraw its decision of declaring June 18 as "Integrity Day",which would be subsequently become a state holiday the ANSAM would go on agitation to the climax.
Today's "Solidarity Rallies-Towards Unification" has been endorsed by various Naga based social organisations which include NPMHR, NWUM, NSF and also by all the federating units of the UNC in the hill districts.
Nagas take out rallies in Manipur Assam Tribune

IMPHAL, June 16 – Defying prohibitory orders, a ‘solidarity rally for Naga unification’ was organised today in Senapati and Ukhrul districts of Manipur, official reports said here. Rallyists marched through the major roads of the district headquarters of Senapati and Ukhrul Hill districts in spite of heavy deployment of security and police forces. The ‘solidarity rally for Naga unification’ was organised by United Naga Council (UNC), a Naga social organisation, which had planned to organise similar rallies at Chandel and Tamenglong hill districts. Official sources said reports of a rally at Chandel and Tamenglong, where prohibitory orders were in force, had not yet been received at the police headquarter here. The State Government had banned rallies and processions in valley and hill districts with immediate effect from Tuesday last and imposed prohibitory orders in view of the present law and order situation, the sources said. UNC sources said their organisation was opposing the state government’s declaration of June 18 as general holiday to mark ‘Manipur Integrity Day’ – the day on which 18 persons had been killed during protest against extension of Centre-NSCN (IM) ceasefire beyond Nagaland and Naga-inhabited areas, including Manipur in 2001.
United Committee Manipur (UCM), a social organisation, had been urging the state government to declare general holiday on June 18 to observe ‘Manipur Integrity Day’. The government had decided to declare general holiday on June 18 from this year. Reports from the districts said no arrest has been made in connection with the rally in Senapati and Ukhrul districts.

No untoward incident was also reported from these districts, the reports added. United Committee Manipur (UCM) had been asked not to organise any rally or procession while observing Manipur Integrity Day on June 18 next, the sources said. They were asked to offer only floral tributes or organise religious function, the sources said. The State Government had earlier appealed to all citizens to exercise restraint and not to take any action or issue statements that could endanger the social fabric of Manipur and threaten the harmonious existence of all communities, an official statement said.–PTI

Churachandpur papers shut down against assault on press freedom The Imphal Free Press

IMPHAL, Jun 16: In protest against attempts to suppress press freedom, Churachandpur-based newspapers suspended publication from today while journalists belonging to the Manipur Hill Journalists Union staged a sit-in protest at the district headquarters, according to reports. As per a resolution adopted at an emergency meeting of the Manipur Hill Journalists Union held on June 14, publication of newspapers will remain suspended till June 19. The scribes belonging to the MHJU will also stage sit-in protests each day from 10 am to 3 pm. The MHJU’s protest was prompted by attempts made by various elements in the district to suppress and violate the exercise of freedom of the press by the Churachandpur-based newspapers, according to the reports.

In this connection, the MHJU emergency meeting of June 14 resolved unanimously to squarely meet any such attempt, and not to yield to pressure and diktats occasionally imposed by various sections. It also condemned intimation of media persons. The MHJU meet further resolved that any news relating to daily events and incidents, apart from hard news of public interest which is emanating from the security or the police as well as those from UG groups, without any show of partiality. It was also resolved not to publish press releases etc, sent by any outfit if it does not bear letter-heads, signatures of responsible persons etc. or other proof of genuineness.
Governor against release of ULFA leaders Assam Tribune

NEW DELHI, June 16 – Taking a tough stand against release of militants as a pre-condition for talks with the banned ULFA, Assam Governor Lt Gen (retd) Ajai Singh today said any negotiation should be held only on the terms set by the Government. “All negotiations should be held on terms set by the government and not on their terms,” he told PTI in an interview here. The Assam Governor, who had led ‘Operation Bajrang’ and ‘Operation Rhino’ in the early 90s in Assam against ULFA militants, also asked the Centre to make an assessment of the “genuineness of desire” of the outfit to prevent them from using the opportunity to regroup.

“An assesment should be made about the genuineness of the desire of the militants to come to the negotiation table so that they do not use the opportunity to start regrouping,” General Singh said. The Governor, who had in the early 1990s as GOC of the 4 Corps of the army based in Assam commanded two Indian army operations against ULFA, said there should not be “any give and take” in the process and it should be applied to all terrorist groups. The Government had in the early 90s allowed free passage to some top ULFA leaders who used the opportunity to escape from the security dragnet.
Sangma leaves for London Assam Tribune From Our Staff Correspondent
NEW DELHI, June 16 – Former Lok Sabha Speaker and NCP leader PA Sangma has left for London to participate in a European Human Rights Conference on Bangladesh: Extremism, Intolerance and Violence at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS). The one-day conference on June 17 to be attended by experts, academicians and human rights activists, is slated to discuss the worsening law-and-order situation in Bangladesh, increased violation of human rights and spate of attacks on minority religious groups including the Hindus, Christians, Buddhist and Ahmadiyyas, as well as, secular and progressive organisations.
Extremists political groups are stirring up hatred against all those who do not agree with them, and they shade into armed gangs committing terrorists atrocities, note by the organiser explained.

Sangma said that among other issues, he was going to draw the attention to the plight of the Garos living in Bangladesh. Traditionally Garos have held large tracts of land in Bangladesh but recently Bangladesh government seized them on the pretext of constructing national park, he said. That apart, running of terrorists camps, illegal infiltration to India, shelter to Indian insurgent groups would also be raised, Sangma said. Meanwhile, Sangma has condemned the attack on media persons in Shillong on June 10-11 and demanded Meghalaya Government must apologise and assure that such incident do not take place in the future.

In a statement, Sangma described the police action on media persons as shocking. The action is an attack on the freedom of press, he said. Editor of The Shillong Times, Manas Choudhuri is not only a distinguished journalists, who was recently conferred Padma Shri by the President, he is also a member of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly. The treatment meted out to Manas Choudhuri and other media persons was unwarranted and shameful, Sangma observed.

A question of credibility Editorial
It is now more than apparent that Chief Minister O Ibobi and his Cabinet colleagues have bitten off more than they can chew and the best they can do now is go into hiding to evade queries from the media and other interested parties. The successful staging of the United Naga Council sponsored rally in four hill district headquarters on June 16 has more than shown that the SPF Government only knew how to talk tough but had no idea on how to act tough as well. This is not to suggest that the rally should not have been held or the UNC should have been stopped from taking out the rally, but what is disturbing is the message that has been rung out and that is the SPF Government is nothing much but a weakling, which can go to any extent to bully the weak, but will cow down before any strong force. Such an impression created by the Government itself is nothing short of spitting upwards only to let it fall on one's face. The successful staging of the rally has also thrown open a direct question on the credibility of the Government. What can we expect from a Government that shoots off its mouth on such a sensitive issue and after rubbing the people concerned the wrong way, simply chooses to look the other way when the moment of reckoning comes. We don't know if Mr Ibobi reads the comments and editorials of the newspapers in Manipur, but it would be wise on his part and his men to realise that they cannot afford to keep fumbling from one post to another. It was not merely a question of the UNC defeating a decision of the Government but about unveiling the true identity of the SPF Government, which is nothing but a spineless entity. The worrying part is, if such things are allowed to go on, then can we really believe that there is a Government in place ?
June 16 was a shame for the Government and it is to the credit of the UNC and the other voluntary organisations of the Naga people, that the rallies in the four hill districts passed off peacefully without any rabble rousers taking centre stage. This itself was no mean feat. Now that the Government has bitten the dust, what will happen next when June 18 comes ? Will it also look the other way and allow the United Committee Manipur to go ahead with its itinerary as planned or will the Government act tough and crack down on the holding of public meetings and use of loud speakers ? What if the UCM decides to hold a public rally on the said day ? Clearly the Government has worked itself into a fine mess and we have no one to blame except its shortsightedness and lack of political vision and the failure to study the pulse of the people. Whether the Government decides to implement its ban or allow the UCM to hold its function is besides the point now, for either way, the Government stands to lose everything. From a situation in which the Government could have done something to salvage its credibility and reputation, today it has walked into a situation, where there can be no saving grace. The first blow has already been dealt by the UNC and June 18 will tell the manner in which the Government will taste yet another defeat again.

Congress pleads for centre's involvement in Mizoram By David M. Thangliana

Aizawl June 17 (NEPS): The Mizoram state Congress has submitted a memorandum to the President of India pleading for the Centre to get involved in investigating the nexus between the MNF government and underground outfits. The memorandum, handed over to Governor A.R. Kohli at the Raj Bhavan today by Congress president Lal Thanhawla, accused the Mizo National Front government of having a close nexus with various underground outfits and having totally failed in the law and order department. The memorandum pointed out the Congress' apprehension that the close ties the MNF government has with various underground outfits from in and around the state would sow seeds of insurgency in the unemployed youth bowing under the burden of poverty. It added that as the state government refuses to uphold the law in regard to underground elements staying in the state, the future of the state has become a very fearful one.
"In view of all these, we humbly request you to initiate and take necessary action as mentioned here," the memorandum said, giving two course of action for the Central government to take. The first suggestion said a central investigating agency should investigate the ties the MNF government has with underground outfits. The second suggestion is for the Central Bureau of Investigation to become involved with the recent missing guns case of the Mizoram police as well as to accusations leveled at MNF party workers of being involved in gun-running. Political analysis have pointed out that this move by the opposition Congress could be the first of several steps that Lal Thanhawla would make against the MNF government in his bid to topple it. Since retaining the party's top post in April this year at the party elections, Lal Thanhawla had been posturing that the MNF government would not last long. In a recent press conference, he had told the media that it was legal to topple the MNF government as it had come into power with the help of underground outfits and not through a mandate of the people.
"We don't need to do anything. The MNF government will fall through the weight of its own misdeeds," he had said. Meanwhile, while Mizoram rights groups had expected some mention of recent human rights abuses that the state government had turned a blind eye to, the memorandum was careful to skirt around the issue. Asked about his opinion, one rights activist said he was not surprised by the omission of human rights abuse as everyone has become frightened of the Young Mizo Association. "I am not at all surprised that the Congress had not taken advantage of the CYMA's rights abuses through its campaign against drugs and alcohol because all political parties are cowards at heart. How can you expect the Congress to be brave enough to antogonise the most powerful community-based NGO in the state?" he said with exasperation.
I would have wiped out ULFA: Singh
Our New Delhi Correspondent met Assam Governor Lt. Gen. (retd.) Ajay Singh on Thursday. Excerpts from their tete-a-tete: The Sentinel (ST): In the Governor’s conference you dealt with three major topics — National Security, Development and Flood. You were praised by the President for your initiatives on flood control and your action plan was accepted. Ajay Singh (AS): Flood is a problem that needs great attention. It has been wreaking havoc in Assam since time immemorial. I have placed before the Government an action plan which cannot be disclosed right now, but if implemented, it will help in controlling flood to a great extent. The President has praised my plan and has assured that it will be implemented.
ST: What developments have taken place in Assam during your tenure so far as its Governor?
AS: Lots of development has taken place during the last few years. The violence that has been taking place in Assam for the last 10-15 years is due to backwardness of the State. But the scenario is changing now. The peace process between the Centre and the ULFA has been initiated. Hopefully, the outfit will shun violence and return to the mainstream. This is very much needed for the development of the State. About 10 years back you could not see people on the street after 9 p.m. But now, you can see the changes yourself. The conditions of the roads have improved; but the railway links need more improvement. More air connectivity is also needed as Guwahati is considered as the gateway to the entire north-east.
TS: There are reports that Majuli is on the verge of extinction. What is the Centre doing about it?
AS: The Centre has granted more than Rs 80 crore which will be released in two instalments for conservation of Majuli. We are trying to change the course of the mighty Brahmaputra so that this beautiful island can be saved. We are taking things seriously about all the other flood-affected areas.
TS: Do you support the peace process that has been initiated between the Centre and the ULFA?
AS: I totally support and welcome the peace process. The simple people of Assam are tired of violence and bloodshed. However, I do not support the precondition for talks by the outfit. Whenever you go for any negotiation, three things should be kept in mind : One, identify its genuineness; two, all negotiations should be made on the terms of the Government, not militants; and three, make sure that the militant group is not using the time in between to regroup while expressing its desire for talks. Such a thing had happened in the past with the NSCN(IM).
This applies not only to ULFA but to all the militant outfits in the country. I had broken the backbone of the ULFA when I was the head of the Eastern Command in Tezpur. I dealt with it with a heavy hand during Operation Bajrang and Operation Rhino in Assam. I had knocked off ULFA in three months and had I been allowed to continue, I would have wiped it out.
TS: What about the infiltration problem? Former Governor His Excellency Lt. Gen. SK Sinha had said that the problem is a grave issue. He even suggested many multiple programmes like border fencing, river patrolling and sealing of the river boundary with Bangladesh. What are your views regarding it?
AS: The infiltration problem is indeed a grave issue. There is a long and porous boundary with Bangladesh. We are working on the border fencing project. The problem is that no fencing can be done within 150 metres on both sides of the border. Moreover, many villages are in this vicinity of the border. So, we are working to solve the problem through bilateral talks with the Bangladesh government.
TS: What is the present status of the National Register which had been launched in 13 States by the then NDA Government?
AS: Work is going on. The process is on for issuing multiple identity cards to all the citizens of India.
TS: Do you think that will reduce the problem of infiltration?
AS: It will definitely help in reducing the problem of infiltration and to trace the genuine people.
TS: Should multiple identity cards be issued before updating of the National Register?
AS: The Government is the best judge.
NDFB ceasefire welcomed From our Correspondent
KOKRAJHAR, June 16: The senior citizens of Kokrajhar town have welcomed the ceasefire agreement signed between the Government and the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and expressed happiness over the peace process. Meanwhile, a meeting of the senior citizens of Kokrajhar town was held recently at the Bodo Sahitya Sabha office in Kokrajhar under the presidentship of Jagadish Chandra Brahma, retired principal of Kokrajhar College.
The meeting hoped that peace and harmony would prevail in the BTC areas in particular and the north-eastern region in general. The meeting also appealed to all the insurgent groups of the North-east to follow the path of the NDFB and come to the negotiating table for solution of the problems for the greater interest of permanent peace in the entire region.

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06/17/2005: "Nagas take out rallies in Manipur"