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Rio coins ‘interdependence’ - Nagaland CM harps on talks, non-violence to settle issue OUR CORRESPONDENT The Telegraph

Kohima, March 5: The Nagaland government today suggested “interdependence” to resolve the over six-decade-old Naga political problem with the Centre but pointed out that the dream of all Nagas living together under one administrative umbrella may take some time to be realised.
Addressing the historic Naga consultative meeting today, chief minister Neiphiu Rio said “inter-dependence” rather than “independence” was the key to a permanent solution.
“The Nagas could also start thinking in terms of being part of the global village through excellence, while preserving their identity and uniqueness.”
India is today emerging as a global economic power, Rio said, adding: “It is in this context that we must strategise our approach to the Naga political issue which should be essentially based on non-violence and peaceful dialogue across the table.”
Rio said mutual respect, trust and confidence would take the peace process towards a logical conclusion.
With the talks between the Centre and the National Socialist Council of Nagalim (Isak-Muivah) almost stalled, Rio said hopes for an honourable solution and permanent peace appeared to be slowly diminishing in the eyes of the people. If such a situation led to the breakdown of the peace process, then social upheaval, violence and turmoil would return to the state, he said.
Rio’s address assumes significance as the NSCN led by Isak Chishi Swu and Thuingaleng Muivah wanted “special federal relation” with the Centre. The collective leadership of the group has categorically stated that the Nagas cannot afford to live without India’s help.
On the integration of contiguous Naga-inhabited areas under one administrative unit, Rio said it was the will of the Naga people to come together under a common umbrella.
“It is undeniably a dream that all Nagas share,” he said.
Rio, however, said the present ground realities did not allow for its immediate realisation as it involves re-drawing of not only inter-state boundaries, but international boundaries as well. He urged the Naga people to understand the difficulties of New Delhi.
“Integration and unity is not just about territories. Perhaps the more important aspect is emotional integration and unity,” the chief minister said.
Time For Nagas to Rethink Future Chizokho Vero Morung
Kohima | March 5 : Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio today reminded that the vexed Naga political problem has remained unresolved for the last six decades, claiming innumerable lives and bringing pain and tears to every Naga family.
Speaking at the three-day long Naga Consultative Meet with Overseas Nagas here which began today at Hotel Japfu, Rio said the ongoing ceasefire and political dialogue between the underground groups and the Government of India has been continuing for over a decade without any perceptible progress.
“The hope for an honorable solution and permanent peace appears to be slowly diminishing in the eyes and mind of the people. If this situation leads to breakdown of the peace process, then social upheaval, violence and turmoil will return to every part of our land,” Rio said. As Nagas and as a leaders of the people, he said referring to Naga leaders, “it is our responsibility to find out why the peace process has not made adequate progress, and how we can find ways to take it forward in the right direction, and towards the desired goal”.
Rio also pointed to earlier peace initiatives, like the 16th Point Agreement, 1960, which resulted in the formation of Nagaland state; the 1964 ceasefire and dialogue which failed and then the subsequent signing of the Shillong Accord in 1975; these have not achieved the desired peace, as the signatories of the agreement failed to carry with them the “national workers and underground groups” he said.
“Having learnt from the past mistakes, we felt that the present ceasefire and peace process must be inclusive of all sections, particularly the civil society and church that carry the voice of the people,” Rio said.
The chief minister reiterated that the DAN government stands committed to “our offer to step down and pave the way for an alternative arrangement in the event of an acceptable solution to this Naga political problem being arrived at.” While talking about solution to the Naga political issue, “we must not lose sight of the realities of the day, and the changed global dynamics.”
In today’s global village, he said, more and more people are talking about inter-dependence, rather than independence. “The Nagas could also start thinking in terms of being part of the global village through excellence, while preserving our identity and uniqueness. India is today emerging as a global economic power, with nuclear capacity, taking leadership in the fields of nuclear science, space explorations, information technology, business and commerce etc. amongst a host of other sectors” Rio reminded.
He said that the international community, including the first-world countries, are eager to befriend and partner with India for mutual and self interest. It is in this context, he said, Nagas must strategies its approach to the Naga political issue, which should be essentially based on non-violence and peaceful dialogue across the table. Rio also stated that the yearning of the Naga people now is to arrive at an acceptable and honorable solution to bring lasting peace. He said generations of Nagas, especially the youth, have been denied the opportunities to excel and success.
Naga Consultative Meet begins “Political struggle, accompanied by insurgency and social turmoil, have created serious roadblocks and hurdles to our younger generations,” he reminded all in concern. Also regretting that they have not even been given the same opportunities that are available to their counterparts in the rest of the country, leave alone the world, Rio said “We cannot allow this scenario to continue anymore. Our youth have to be given new vistas of opportunities so that we Nagas find our places and footing in the global village.”
Further, Rio also stated that poor infrastructure, subsistent economy, social turmoil, insurgency, and an environment of fear psychosis have engulfed the people for several decades. These factors and many more have kept the Naga people away from opportunities for achieving excellence, Rio reminded.
Despite all these hurdles, he said, some of the Naga youth have stood out as shining examples of success; with a small population of about 2 million people, in spite of challenges and handicaps, the Nagas have produced dignitaries, pioneers and achievers in all fields from the legal world to sportspersons. This goes on to show that the Nagas are also good enough to compete with the rest of the world, given the infrastructure and facilities like the rest of the country and the world, Rio said.
Referring to the Naga political situation, he said it is the will of the Naga people that “we come together under a common umbrella, and live as members of one family.”
Integration of all contiguous Naga-inhabited areas is undeniably a dream that all Naga share, he said. However, he said, the present ground realities do not allow for immediate realization of this dream, as it involves redrawing of not only inter–state boundaries, but international boundaries as well. In this context, “we must also understand the difficult position of the Government of India. But at the same time, this situation should not stop us from integrating emotionally.”
He also felt that the Naga people living in different states of the Indian union, and across the international boundaries must strive to unite emotionally. “Integration and unity is not just about territories. Perhaps the more important aspect is emotional integration and unity. While the desire for territorial integration will always remain and would be pursued with all sincerity, let us also make renewed efforts for emotional integration of all Nagas”, Neiphiu Rio explained.
“In the recently changed global scenario where the world is being gripped by terrorism and violence, there is a need to rethink our strategy for achieving our political goal,” he said. There is a need to rediscover the power of non-violence, which Rio said, will gain the people more support from the global community.
Rio also stressed on the need to take up the cause of “our suffering brothers and sisters in Myanmar, who are living in dire poverty, without recognition of their political rights.”
“Their sufferings and pain cannot be ignored by us, if we claim to work for all Nagas. We must take up the cause for a political recognition of Naga people in Myanmar, with a defined territory or province within Myanmar,” Rio said.
Stating that disunity, fratricidal killings, distrust, hatred and misunderstandings have become deeply ingrained in the Nagas’ social order, Rio said “Many groups fight for the same cause but refuse to understand and cooperate with each other”. It is paramount importance that the Nagas work towards oneness and understanding “before we can realistically hope for achieving our goals.”
Rio also appreciated the efforts of the Forum for Naga Reconciliation, the church and civil society who have been tirelessly working to bring about unity and understanding within the Naga family. “Nagas must stop killing Nagas. Such actions are senseless, and create further division and hatred among brothers and sisters,” Rio said adding that all sections must listen to the voice of the people for unity, and respond to their call, ‘if we claim to represent the interest of the people.’
“How can we think of tackling our adversaries if we continue to fight and kill amongst ourselves? Will we achieve our goals by killing our own brothers and sisters?” he questioned. Rio advised that the Nagas can no longer afford to live in the past, or to stagnate in the present position. “It is time for us to “break camp” and move forward. Let us realize what is possible, and work for it. Instead of living in isolation, let us strive to be part of the global village,” he said. The chief minister challenged the people to speak in one voice, a voice that represents the interest of all Nagas.
“This meet is not about scoring points or one-upmanship, it is about taking the Naga people forward,” he added. The Naga consultative meet will go on till March 7.
Agreed ground rules for Ceasefire NSCN/GPRN Morung
Revised Text of Agreed Ground Rules for Cease-fire finalised
Between the Government of India and NSCN on 13th January, 2001

In pursuance of the Cease-fire as originally agreed to on 25th July, 1997 discussions were held between the representatives of the Government of India led by Shri. K. Padmanabhaiah and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland led by Mr. V.S. Atem, to finalise the ground rules and modalities for the implementation of the Cease-fire with a view to ensuring continuance of an effective Cease-fire to pave the way for a peaceful and meaningful political dialogue. The Agreed Ground Rules were finalised on 12th December, 1997.
With a view to make the Cease-fire more effective and to create a proper and conducive atmosphere for a peaceful and meaningful political dialogue, further discussions were held between the representatives of the Government of India led by Shri. M.B. Kaushal and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland led by Mr. V.S. Atem in November, December 2000 and January 2001. Both sides noted that the current Cease-fire between the Government of India and the NSCN is valid up to 31.7.2001. It was mutually agreed that the revised text of Agreed Ground Rules for Cease-fire would be as follows:
(a) There would be no offensive operations like ambush, raid and attack leading to death/injury/damage or loss of property against the NSCN by the Indian Army, Paramilitary Forces and the Police. The Indian Army and Paramilitary Forces would also act in a manner as not to cause harassment/damage or loss of property or injury to the civilian population;
(b) Patrolling by the Indian Army, Paramilitary Forces and the Police would continue to prevent infiltration of militants and arms as hithertofore. However, patrolling within one kilometer of NSCN designated Camps decided after due consultation in the Monitoring Mechanism, will be carried out with intimation to them. It is noted that no such camps are located/will be located in populated areas, and/or near Highways, Indian Army/Paramilitary Forces posts;
(c) Protection of convoys and patrolling of roads would continue to be undertaken by the Indian Army, Paramilitary Forces and the Police;
(d) The Indian Army, Paramilitary Forces and the Police would issue instructions to their formations, not to use masks to cover their faces, during the period of Cease-fire;
(e) The NSCN would not undertake offensive operations like ambush, raid, sniping and attack leading to death/injury/damage or loss of property. The NSCN would also act in a manner as not to cause harassment/damage or loss of property or injury to the civilian population;
(f) The NSCN will notify to the CFMG the list of all their camps. These lists would be placed before the CFMG and, after due consultation, would be declared by the CFMG as designated camps. In the interest of promoting peace process, there would be no parading (either in groups or individually) of NSCN cadres in uniform and/or with arms. For the present, this would cover all populated areas, Public Transport and Highways. (Highways means National Highways, State Highways and roads connecting District Headquarters to State Capital, District Headquarters to District Headquarters and District Headquarters to Sub-Divisional Headquarters). For the movement of NSCN armed cadres from one designated camp to another, the concerned Army/Paramilitary forces post would be given prior intimation. While proceeding through a village, the arms will be concealed. The modalities of this would be finalised in the CFMG.
Persons from NSCN requiring to move frequently will have photo identity cards, which would be issued in the format mutually agreed upon. These identity cards, not to exceed 60 at present, would be issued by the NSCN and be countersigned by the Chairman, CFMG. The holders of these identity cards would, for their personal security, be entitled to have one NSCN armed cadre each accompany them at all times. The weapons would be carried in a concealed fashion;
(g) There would be no blockade of roads and communications, disruption of economic or developmental activities as well as essential services by the NSCN;
(h) It is mutually agreed that no safe haven or sanctuary or assistance to any armed group or elements will be provided by anyone. No new Armed Forces Post would be set up within two km. of a designated camp;
(i) On the Government of India side, a concern was expressed that forcible collection of money or essential supplies and intimidation of individuals including government officials were taking place in the State. The NSCN representatives stated that theirs being a people’s organization, they did not resort to such activities. However, in view of the concern expressed by the Government of India and in the interest of promoting the peace process, the NSCN representatives agreed that the above activities would be prevented;
(j) It was further agreed that implementation of these ground rules and modalities will be monitored by a group constituted for this purpose comprising of representatives of NSCN, NGO’s and representatives nominated by the Government of India. However, it was also agreed that any accidental encounter or violation should not be allowed to jeopardize the peace process and the effect of any such incident should be localized through mutual consultations. All cases of violation of these ground rules would be referred to the Monitoring group, so that the reasons for violation are identified and steps to be taken to prevent such violations in future are suggested. Notwithstanding the above, the Army, the Paramilitary Forces and the Police will act in an impartial and unbiased manner against any group causing public disturbances or when there is imminent danger to public safety or peace;
(k) On the Government of India side, a concern was expressed about reports of forced recruitment to armed cadres. The NSCN representatives stated that they have not and do not resort to forced recruitment. However, in the interest of promoting the peace process, it was agreed that if there are any reports of forced recruitment, they should be discussed in the Monitoring Group.
Published by: Ceasefire Monitoring Cell
NSCN/GPRN

Political perspective of Overseas Nagas (NPN):

Kohima The overseas Nagas attending the three-day Naga Consultative Meet, which commenced on Thursday, have offered a number of suggestions to the Nagas of Nagaland to resolve the problems they are facing.
In his address on “Naga Saga – Carving a Future from the Past”, Dr Visier Sanyii, education and advocacy officer, Act for Peace Australia, said the Nags overseas have two things in common – we work very hard and we all struggle to survive. We have a common tragedy and grief – we all deeply mourn the loss of our culture, our language, our home, our friends and families.
Stating that the Nagas have unique political awareness, Dr Visier urged them to grasp this opportunity to come out of the present tragic situation. He further stated that the Nagas have an opportunity to speak to the great Indian people and equally to the people of China and Southeast Asia. “If our people can grasp and use this opportunity we will be a great people doing great things we could never have imagined possible.”
Dr Visier felt that the Nagas were perplexed today. “But our goals are seldom achieved - it is our pursuit of them that change the world.” “Like all other peoples, we are trying to make sense of what it is to be human. We live in a world full of contradictions with the wonder of scientific and technological progress. Yet the ethnic and religious conflicts and terrorism increase,” he said.
“We can view the world with disillusionment. But there is no doubt that the Nagas will have a place in the world map. What kind of place that will be is up to us to decide.” “We can move from being victims to becoming visitors. We need a paradigm shift in ways we relate to the rest of world and all the creations of the plant earth,” he asserted.
He also offered three suggestions to the church, hohos and NGOs to set up a commission for healing the wounds of history in the model of the Institute for Healing of Memories, and organize traditional feast of peace making. He also urged those families whose dear ones have been killed to go to the families who killed them to perform a feast peace making.
This can be done with Christian prayers and fasting, though the Naga rituals and spirituality can be retained with some modifications suitable for Christians, he said. “This is a very difficult task. But a challenging and painful surrender to the will of God can do a miracle,” he stated.
He further asserted that history cannot give us a programme for the future, but it can give us a fuller understanding of ourselves and our common humanity to face the future. In his brief address “On the return to my root and appeal”, Rev Louliehu Yimshung, founding member and coordinator of Global Indigenous Prayer Network, Australia, paid his tribute to Senchamo Lotha who went to the USA way back in 1911, when many Naga tribes were practicing head hunting and almost naked, with a special purpose for education of Nagas.
In his appeal Rev. Louliehu Yimshung assured the support of the overseas Nagas for unity and welfare of the Nagas. While saluting the Naga national organizations, he urged them to pause for a while and rethink and listen to the voices of the people. He also urged them to take the word of God as their guide.
He further called upon the Naga Hoho, NMA, churches and village elders to continue with their good works Rev. Yimsung also suggested that “two think tanks” should be set up, one from the homeland and the other from the overseas.
Speaking on the topic “The common good and the change of the present Nag generation”, Prof Paul Pimomo, Professor of English and Co-Director, Africana and Black Studies, Central Washington University, proposed three options stating that India can relent on its tough stand and invoke Article 3 of the 2007 UN Declaration of Human Rights on Indigenous People and allow a fair and international monitoring group in Nagaland.
He also suggested the Nagas can give up the demand for sovereignty and enter into a fresh collaborative relation with India on the principle of mutual benefit.
To achieve it, the Naga national workers, state government and civil societies must come together under one direction.

Pulling the Indo-Naga Peace talks back on track : Realism is required? NISC Nagarealm
The peace talks between the Government of India and the Government of Nagalim have come to a grinding halt. Why? Because the Government of India stalls for time, divides to rule as it hopes to wear out the Naga Peoples like it has been partially successful with the Boros and others. Knowing the history of the Nagas the question now is if, on the basis of these facts this is the wise thing to do

- The war unleashed upon the Nagas was in initiated by the first Government of India, by its Prime Minister Jawarhalal Nehru who said his Armed Forces could crush the Nagas in a day
- In spite of nearly 300.000 Nagas killed time and again the Nagas showed willingness to settle this conflict India is responsible for amicably
- Nagas came up with proposals for a solution, the Indian Government did not
- Indian generals gave up the military solution because they knew and experienced that this conflict was a political one.
- A second ceasefire was agreed upon unconditionally and without mentioning areas where it would be valid yet The Government of India – unilaterally now states it will talk peace ‘within’ the Constitution and let its forces decide in which area the ceasefire is valid
- The Indian Emissaries of the ‘highest level’ of the Indian Government have stated they would come up with ‘an interim solution’ for the longest running conflict of modern times, but retracted

These few examples show what India inflicted and inflicts on the Nagas, how it betrayed and double-crossed. It shows for India the talks are held for cosmetic reasons while stalling for time. Yet the Naga negotiators want India to understand the Nagas, they don’t want to anger India; they in fact want good relations with their big brother. The Nagas have shown that by coming as close as possible to India regarding this future relationship. Yet India’s answer to that was retraction of their unpublished ‘interim proposal’ while unilaterally limiting the Nagas to talks ‘within the Constitution of India’. This uneven game of big nation India, 200.000 soldiers worth, bullying the small nation Nagalim can last forever if India does not show realism; this realism:

- Nagas will never give up their fight for self determination, their fight for freedom
- Nagas can loose a battle, in the short run, they can be driven into corners, they can be separated, they can be disunited, but they will never give up.

- They will never give up because they are rooted in their soil and convinced of their right to be one people, convinced of their being a free people; not a people to be dominated by another people with alien culture and religion. Nagas know who they are and that they have never been part of the Indian Empire; not historically, not ethnically, not culturally, not religiously. Nagas know it was because of the British they have been made part and parcel of India. And, they know that this is wrong. Even those who serve India’s alien administration know they want to be part of a Free Nagalim. This also true for Naga soldiers in the Indian Army and Assam Rifles. The Naga cause is the peoples’ cause and in the short run they may loose a battle but in the long run they resurge and with them the Northeast. Does India want to loose out in the long run?

- Nagas will be forgiving when treated fairly but will fight when injustice has been committed on them

- Considering what happened and who is responsible: since India refuses to solve this conflict honorably, the Naga International Support Center strongly suggests a third Party to take part in the talks to observe and to witness.

- Considering too that this war leaves thousands of civilians and the people stripped of their internationally recognized rights, NISC suggests the Government of India to mend its stand against the Nagas, so that al a real way for an honorable solution to the conflict can be paved

- Considering also that in this day and age the people of all nations have human rights and all peoples have the right to self determination, the Naga International Support Center invites the Government of India to apply its strength regarding realism to the Naga facts in the conflict, so lives can be saved and time and public funds applied for development rather than squandered on a futile war. [For more information www.nagalim.nl or mail nisc@nagalim.nl]

UK officials visit Nagarealm.com
Kohima, MAR04 [NPN] : British High Commissioner to India Richard Stagg, Deputy High Commissioner, Eastern India, Simon Wilson, First Secretary (Political) Victoria and Head of Press and Public Relations Mainak De will arrive on a two-day official visit to the state on Thursday.

Official sources said they will arrive in Dimapur on March 5 and halt for the night in Kohima. During their stay, the officials are expected to meet Governor, Chief Minister and also interact with journalists.

No consensus on ground rules Nagarealm.com
CENTRE/NSCN-IM FAILS TO SEE EYE TO EYE ON CFGR INTERPRETATION

DIMAPUR MAR04 [EMN] : Violation of Cease Fire Ground Rules (CFGR) and their proper implementation dominated the first Cease Fire Monitoring Group (CMFG) meeting of 2009 between GoI and NSCN-IM, even as the representatives of both the parties failed to see eye to eye over the interpretation of the ground rules.

Today’s CMFG meeting gains significance as it was held in the backdrop of a series of standoffs between the security forces and the NSCN-IM, accusations of excesses in imposition of the CFGR, involvement of NSCN-IM cadres in killings of civilians and Chidambaram’s take-over as Home Minister. The Home Ministry with its newly appointed head, who insists on zero tolerance against breach of the ground rules, laid down certain fresh directives for both factions.

CFMC Convener Phunthing Shimray led the 6-member NSCN-IM delegation while chairman of CFMG Lt. Gen Mandhata Singh along with Nagaland Commissioner HK Khulu and ICAR were among the officials representing the Home Ministry. Briefing journalists after a two-hour sitting at Police HQ, Chumukedima, Singh informed that the Centre has given one month to both the NSCN factions to ensure that their cadres (armed) either go back or remain in their respective designated camps with immediate effect from the date of the latest review meeting. Lt. Gen Mandhata Singh also sat with the NSCN-K on March 2 last to review the CF ground rules.

Cadres of either group must not venture out of their camps with weapons or in uniforms in accordance with the CFGR, he reasserted. The CFMG also proposed a plan for better understanding and execution of ground rules at the grassroots level to collectively ensure lasting peace in the state, which Singh said should not only involve the security forces and factions but also citizen leaders like GBs and different NGOs so that persisting problems are arrested at the root.

Speaking for the NSCN-IM, a disgruntled Phunthing accused the GoI of CFGR violation by overriding the Ceasefire monitoring mechanism and giving a free hand to the armed forces in imposing the Ground Rules. “If the centre says these ground rules be followed, we are ready but it should not be misinterpreted for the interest of just one party,” he stressed. He also wanted to know whether the ‘Zero Tolerance’ imposition of the Home Minister was confined only to the NSCN or included the security forces. “I cannot be a party to a set of ground rules which is not our ground rules,” he stated while alleging that GoI has created the confusion.

The demand from the centre asking the group to return back to their designated camp cannot be accepted until and unless it is realistic, he went on to say demanding – “Let the NSCN-K return back to their camp first, and after that we will see.” Meanwhile, CMFG Chairman Mandhata Singh said he was pleased over the decrease in inter-factional violence and also complimented the NSCN-IM for exhibiting restraint. However, he expressed concern over the incidents of extortions, illegal collections and killings and hoped that such crimes don’t have the blessings of the NSCN leadership. He advised the NSCN-IM authority to identify the ‘black sheep’ within and take action so that they do not malign the organisation’s reputation.

He also urged the outfit to hand over SS 2nd Lieut. Shewoto Zhimomi, the accused in the killing of a local businessman, to the administration for necessary action. NSCN-IM functionary Shewoto Zhimomi, incriminated in the murder of local businessman Atovi H Yepthomi at Dimapur New Market on January 25, was reported to be taking shelter at Hebron Camp. Singh further cautioned the outfit against providing safe haven to militants or groups from other states and countries since it constitutes a breach of the ground rules.

He, moreover, expressed concern over the threat issued to the two presiding officers from the State Vigilance Commission including its Director General J Yaden by the NSCN-IM in connection to the investigation in the Education Dept. On the progress of the Indo-Naga peace talks, the CFMG chairman asserted that the GoI is serious and genuine in finding a solution to the Naga problem.

Brutal killing of Dr Kishan, A Rajen, Y Token JAC announces next course of agitation By Our Staff Reporter Sangai Express
IMPHAL, Mar 5 : The JAC constituted in connection with the murder of Kasom Khullen SDO Dr Thingnam Kishan and his two staff––Yumnam Token and Aribam Rajen, has announced its next course of agitation in pursuit of its demands.
Addressing a press meet at Manipur Press Club here today, JAC convenor Y Kapur said that a poster campaign using a group picture of Th Kishan, Y Token and A Rajen would be launched soon. The poster will carry the people’s demand, “Punish murderer cadres of NSCN (IM)”.
On March 7, rickshaw rally will be taken out at Imphal whereas a mass rally will be staged at Delhi under the aegis of the Manipuri Students’ Association Delhi (MSAD) on the same day in denunciation of the brutal murder and demanding justice, the convenor informed.
He also appealed to the people to suspend all entertainment programmes on March 8, the day of shrada ceremony of the three victims.
All runners taking part in the mega marathon being organised by UPF on the shrada day (March 8) will wear black badges.
Later in the evening of the day, lamps will be lighted in the graveyard of the three murdered victims.
On the next day (March 9), auto-rickshaws will stage another rally.
The JAC convenor also appealed to all local clubs/Yaoshang sports organisers to fly their flags at half-mast and also to organise a debating competition on the topic “Senapati killing of NSCN (IM) and the Government’s responsibility” at a convenient time of the Yaoshang sports meets.
Saying that the JAC will organise a State level debating competition for the winners of the local level competitions, Kapur demanded the Government to publish report of the enquiry conducted by the State Government into the barbaric triple murder.
S Subhanker, another convenor of the JAC, questioned the silence of the Government of India when the NSCN (IM) murdered three Government employees.
Reacting to the statement of the NSCN (IM) about the involvement of suspended Ukhrul DC Pankaj Kumar Pal in the murder, Y Khemchand, the third convenor of the JAC, noted that involvement of Pankaj Kumar Pal was not a new revelation.
He also asked to the NSCN (IM) about the actions it had taken, if any, actions against the murderers of Senapati kids––Muheni Martin and Hrini Hubert and James Ku-ki, the prime accused in Lun- gnila Elizabeth murder case.


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