NSCN-IM calls for closure of shops and business establishments in Nagaland

NSCN-IM has called for closure of shops and business establishments in Nagaland as a mark of protest against the for non-fulfillment Framework Agreement on August 3.

In a statement NSCN-IM stated, “The historic Framework Agreement (FA) which was signed on the 3rd August, 2015 between the Government of India (GoI) and the National Socialist Council of Nagalim (NSCN) is yet to see the light of fulfilment as committed by the GoI. Six years down the line, there is no positive response yet from the GoI. The Nagas cannot be taken for a ride in this manner. While Naga people appreciate the Government of India for recognizing the historical and political rights of the Nagas by signing the FA, the matter should not end there. What had been committed should be taken to a logical conclusion.”

The outfit added, “It attached high political value to FA as a fulfilment of Naga people’s historical and political rights. As a mark of our protest against the GoI for keeping silent on FA even after 6 years, there will be a total closure of shops and business establishments in Nagalim from 12.00 am midnight of the 2nd August, 2021 till 12. 00 noon of the 3rd August.NSCN/GPRN appeals to the Naga people, public and business groups to show solidarity to the Framework Agreement and cooperate for the success of the shutdown.”