Nagaland's question has become serious: NSCN-IM wants a separate flag, a separate constitution

- The settlement framework between NSCN-IM and the Government of India was formed in 2015. But, the final settlement has not been reached

Kohima: The situation is getting more serious as the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) has toughened its stance in the peace talks with the Indian government on Friday, introducing a separate Naga-National-Flag, and, also, a separate constitution.

A statement issued by NSCN-IM at the end of the meeting on Friday said, "This issue is fundamentally related to India's 'impure attitude' and for that reason, the history and political rights of the Naga people are being violated." . ''

Meanwhile, various agitating organizations in Nagaland, which are under one umbrella. It has been decided by the main body, the Naga-National-Political-Group (NNPG), to continue talks with the Government of India. This NNPG is, in fact, the antithesis of NSCN-IM. However, with this organization, seven other small Naga agitating groups are affiliated.

This, along with the NNPG, was represented by A.K. Mishra held talks in New Delhi on Friday. The talks were held in a cooperative atmosphere. That being said, the Government of India's list states that it was a legacy in the talks. As well, there was a commitment to find a solution.

This time, the focus of the talks was on A.K. Mishra has taken over. Prior to that, on behalf of the Government of India, R.N. Ravi was negotiating. From the stage at which they left the talks, Mishra has taken the reins. "With the NNPG, negotiations are still ongoing, and, later on, even minor issues will be resolved," he said.

Nevertheless, NSCN-IM has continued its tough stance. He accused the Indian government of deliberately pushing back on "Naga-national-flag" and "separate constitution" issues. He also criticized the government's divisive policy. This allegation was apparently made in connection with the talks between Mr. Mishra, a representative of the Government of India, and the leaders of the NNPG.