Dimapur, June 10 (MExN): The NSCN (R) today stated that the 'mass resignation of Yimchunger National workers under NSCN (R)’ which appeared in the local dailies on June 8 is not a resignation but a clear case of ‘defection’.
A press release from Athong Yim Dy Kilonser (Defence), Among Yim Jt Secretary, Yimto (PRO), Major Lesanmong and Major Chuba, stated that “at no point of time did they tendered resignation but very much still within the folds of the NSCN (R)” under the dynamic Leadership of Y Wangtin Naga, Akato Chophi and Tikhak.
As such, the statement issued by some former Yimchunger National Workers of NSCN (R) is a clear case of 'defection' and not a 'mass resignation' as claimed.”
The statement further maintained that “NSCN(R) have done nothing wrong against any individual or community hence any individual/person/ groups/unions trying to create animosities and to polarise the situation within tribal lines has their own vested interests and does not refect the image or views (whatsoever) of the Yimchunger National Workers under NSCN(R) in any manner.”
The signatories of the statement also reaffirmed their faith and allegiance to the NSCN (R) and to stand by its principles & ideologies, come what may.”
