Dimapur: The NSCN/GPRN celebrated 78th Naga Independence Day in the premises of CFSB Office, Padumpukhuri, Dimapur, with Mhonbemo Tsanglao, Kilo Kilonser, NSCN/GPRN as the chief guest, who unfurled the Naga national flag.
Addressing the gathering, Mhonbemo made a clarion call stating that the Naga people must unite in order to achieve our dreams and aspirations and the right to self-determination.
Reflecting on the history of Naga political movement, the chief guest said despite all the intolerable hardships and sufferings, our forefathers never backed out but stood firm with bravery and courage to fight for what rightfully belongs to the Nagas, the inherent rights of the Nagas to live as free people and free nation.
He regretted that the present Naga society have failed to emulate and follow the footsteps of the forefathers because disunity and mistrust nurtured by external forces have creeped into our society and which is fragmenting our society. Division and blame game have become the trend of our society, he added.
He called upon all sections of Naga society to do away with all the blame games and mistrust between one another before it is too late and once again, come together as one people in unity and trust to carry forward the quest for the cause of the Nagas.
One minute silent prayer in honour and memory of the martyrs was also observed.
Inovi Naga, cabinet secretary, read out the President’s speech.