Chairman NSCN/GPRN Isak Chishi Swu delivering his speech on the occassion of Naga I-Day at CHQ Hebron
DIMAPUR, AUGUST 14 (MExN): The Chairman of the National Socialist Council of Nagalim Isak Chishi Swu has stated that the reconciliation process among the different Naga groups may seem to be a difficult task from human point of view, however, he stated that it was “not impossible”. “We therefore assure the Nagas and all those who support reconciliation that, we will go to any length to achieve this goal”, stated Swu in his speech on the occasion of the 65th Naga Independence Day celebration held at CHQ, Hebron on August 14. Swu has also stated that he would like to say “sorry to the people of Nagalim for acts of omission and commission while performing our duties”. “May the good Lord forgive and have compassion on us”, Swu stated.
In relation to the political negotiations with India, the Chairman assured the Naga people that it will not enter into any agreement at the expense of Naga rights. He further reassured that Naga people “that sovereignty lies with the people and on this principle we will collectively shape our common future by taking the right decisions.” Swu reminded that “for the Nagas, land, people, political principles and historical rights are inalienable. Hence, their aspiration to live together as one people under one political roof is their inherent right.”
In relation to the political negotiations with India, the Chairman assured the Naga people that it will not enter into any agreement at the expense of Naga rights. He further reassured that Naga people “that sovereignty lies with the people and on this principle we will collectively shape our common future by taking the right decisions.” Swu reminded that “for the Nagas, land, people, political principles and historical rights are inalienable. Hence, their aspiration to live together as one people under one political roof is their inherent right.”
‘Now is the time to make right decision’
DIMAPUR, AUGUST 14 (MExN): On the occasion of 65th Naga Independence day celebrated at Hebron the significance of Naga history and the rights of the Nagas was presented before the NSCN members by Ato Kilonser Mr. Th. Muivah. According to a press note from the MIP, Muivah called for urgency on the part of the NSCN members “to realize the necessity to make the right decision”. According to the MIP, Muivah stated that the “NSCN must take the right decision and now is the time” while adding that the “NSCN’s sins may block the way for the earliest solution”. Muivah made a fervent plea to the members to know the truth that “God is the master of everything and He is the master of Nagalim”. Therefore, the need to work in close coordination with God’s will was pointed out by Muivah.
The General Secretary expounded on the Naga history and how Naga’s political issue had been treated by India beginning from Mahatma Gandhi. According to Muivah, Naga’s political right was fully acknowledged by Mahatma Gandhi, the father of Indian nation when he said to the Naga delegation led by Uncle Phizo, ”Nagas have every right to be independent.
We will not force you….” Things however changed during Nehru who exercised no wisdom and patience but to crush the Nagas by force, the press note stated. Muivah reminded the Nagas how Nehru treated the Naga issue in a despicable manner when he said “I will not allow Nagas to be independent”. “Nehru never considered that Naga have history and their rights. And he took the stand to crush the Nagas within one week. But Nehru was proved wrong and Nagas stands undefeated even after more than sixty years. Where is the wisdom of Nehru”, Muivah asked.
Muivah further pointed out that India had invested countless of money and that many army generals were sent to finish the Nagas. “But to crush the Nagas was never achieved. And a time finally comes when there was realization that it is not possible to solve Naga political issue by force. The Nagas under NSCN also took the firm stand that unless the Nagas’ history and right is respect there can be no solution”.
Muivah recalled those days after the signing of Indo-Naga ceasefire when political talks started NSCN’s stand was made very clear to the then India’s Interlocutor Mr Padmanabhaiah when he pointedly told to him that Nagas are not lost people and Nagas have history, and how Padmanabhaiah at last admitted the existence of Naga history.
He then went on to explain how it was during the BJP led government when the Unique Naga history and situation was given official recognition. “It was then agreed that as the Naga history is unique so the solution must also be unique. When the Congress led UPA took over the government the same commitment was given”, Muivah added.
Significantly, Muivah explained that the NSCN, during the political talks with India made things very clear that Naga history must not be subject to Indian constitution. “NSCN took this stand very firmly and stood the ground throughout. A time comes when the Congress-led government realized that unless Naga history is respected there can be no solution”.
According to Muivah, during a meeting with India’s Prime Minister Dr.Manmohan Singh he said to Chairman Isak Chishi Swu and Gen.Secy Muivah, “Your history is unique and we appreciate it”’ and he gave a very clear indication that solution will also be based on this. He further assured that India will go “extra-mile” and seek “solution outside the box”
When Mr. RS.Pandey took over as India’s new Interlocutor Muivah said to him.”If you want solution please learn to understand Naga first and respect Naga history. It does not take much time for Pandey to admit that solution must be based on unique Naga history and situation. “This also goes to show that India recognized the rights of the Nagas with regards to Integration and sovereignty. This is the change of realization on the part of India towards Naga issue. From the Naga’s point of view NSCN have taken the firm stand that there will be no solution without integration”.
Pointing out that history has changed in favour of Nagas during the 14 years of negotiation with India, Muivah told the NSCN members that ”Your time has come and my time has come”. “Now you have to decide and take the right decision. Don’t blame Isak Swu and don’t blame Muivah”, he made his point clear. Muivah was trying to drive home the point that the NSCN members must correct themselves and realize the life of sins that God abhors. Because, God may never come to Nagas favor because of their sins, stated the MIP note.
According to the press note from the MIP, there are many reasons behind why India realizes the history and rights of the Nagas. When the infamous Shillong Accord was signed the Governor LP. Singh announced that “The longest insurgency in Southeast Asia is solved once and for all”. But it was proved wrong and India realizes that, stated the MIP note.
Muivah took pain to remind the members that God has been with the Nagas but they have neglected God. “India has realized the history and rights of the Nagas but the NSCN members are yet to realize themselves”, he said. But he said “God is not a fool, and He knows you and He knows me”. He minced no words to point out that the sins of NSCN members may block the way for Naga political solution. He pleaded with the members to uphold “Nagalim for Christ” in order that God fights for the Nagas. “Our correct decision will save the nation” he concluded, according to the press note from the MIP.
The General Secretary expounded on the Naga history and how Naga’s political issue had been treated by India beginning from Mahatma Gandhi. According to Muivah, Naga’s political right was fully acknowledged by Mahatma Gandhi, the father of Indian nation when he said to the Naga delegation led by Uncle Phizo, ”Nagas have every right to be independent.
We will not force you….” Things however changed during Nehru who exercised no wisdom and patience but to crush the Nagas by force, the press note stated. Muivah reminded the Nagas how Nehru treated the Naga issue in a despicable manner when he said “I will not allow Nagas to be independent”. “Nehru never considered that Naga have history and their rights. And he took the stand to crush the Nagas within one week. But Nehru was proved wrong and Nagas stands undefeated even after more than sixty years. Where is the wisdom of Nehru”, Muivah asked.
Muivah further pointed out that India had invested countless of money and that many army generals were sent to finish the Nagas. “But to crush the Nagas was never achieved. And a time finally comes when there was realization that it is not possible to solve Naga political issue by force. The Nagas under NSCN also took the firm stand that unless the Nagas’ history and right is respect there can be no solution”.
Muivah recalled those days after the signing of Indo-Naga ceasefire when political talks started NSCN’s stand was made very clear to the then India’s Interlocutor Mr Padmanabhaiah when he pointedly told to him that Nagas are not lost people and Nagas have history, and how Padmanabhaiah at last admitted the existence of Naga history.
He then went on to explain how it was during the BJP led government when the Unique Naga history and situation was given official recognition. “It was then agreed that as the Naga history is unique so the solution must also be unique. When the Congress led UPA took over the government the same commitment was given”, Muivah added.
Significantly, Muivah explained that the NSCN, during the political talks with India made things very clear that Naga history must not be subject to Indian constitution. “NSCN took this stand very firmly and stood the ground throughout. A time comes when the Congress-led government realized that unless Naga history is respected there can be no solution”.
According to Muivah, during a meeting with India’s Prime Minister Dr.Manmohan Singh he said to Chairman Isak Chishi Swu and Gen.Secy Muivah, “Your history is unique and we appreciate it”’ and he gave a very clear indication that solution will also be based on this. He further assured that India will go “extra-mile” and seek “solution outside the box”
When Mr. RS.Pandey took over as India’s new Interlocutor Muivah said to him.”If you want solution please learn to understand Naga first and respect Naga history. It does not take much time for Pandey to admit that solution must be based on unique Naga history and situation. “This also goes to show that India recognized the rights of the Nagas with regards to Integration and sovereignty. This is the change of realization on the part of India towards Naga issue. From the Naga’s point of view NSCN have taken the firm stand that there will be no solution without integration”.
Pointing out that history has changed in favour of Nagas during the 14 years of negotiation with India, Muivah told the NSCN members that ”Your time has come and my time has come”. “Now you have to decide and take the right decision. Don’t blame Isak Swu and don’t blame Muivah”, he made his point clear. Muivah was trying to drive home the point that the NSCN members must correct themselves and realize the life of sins that God abhors. Because, God may never come to Nagas favor because of their sins, stated the MIP note.
According to the press note from the MIP, there are many reasons behind why India realizes the history and rights of the Nagas. When the infamous Shillong Accord was signed the Governor LP. Singh announced that “The longest insurgency in Southeast Asia is solved once and for all”. But it was proved wrong and India realizes that, stated the MIP note.
Muivah took pain to remind the members that God has been with the Nagas but they have neglected God. “India has realized the history and rights of the Nagas but the NSCN members are yet to realize themselves”, he said. But he said “God is not a fool, and He knows you and He knows me”. He minced no words to point out that the sins of NSCN members may block the way for Naga political solution. He pleaded with the members to uphold “Nagalim for Christ” in order that God fights for the Nagas. “Our correct decision will save the nation” he concluded, according to the press note from the MIP.
