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News18
5 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Nagaland on high alert amid Assams eviction drive against illegal settlers
Agency: PTI Kohima, Jul 24 (PTI) In response to Assam's ongoing eviction drives targeting alleged illegal settlers, the Nagaland government has issued an advisory and placed all districts on high alert to prevent the possible influx of displaced people into the state. A notification issued by the office of the Commissioner of Nagaland instructed all deputy commissioners to maintain heightened vigilance, enforce proactive measures, and closely monitor border areas and transit points to safeguard the state's demographic integrity and ensure law and order. Nagaland shares a long interstate boundary of around 512 km with Assam. This border runs through multiple districts on both sides. On Wednesday, authorities in Niuland district reported turning back over 200 vehicles suspected of transporting individuals evicted from Assam. These trucks, carrying household belongings, were stopped at multiple check posts, and the occupants were questioned by local authorities, security personnel, and volunteer groups. Following these developments, Nagaland Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton held a coordination meeting on Thursday in Niuland district. The meeting, attended by MLA Achumbemo Kikon, included stakeholders such as the deputy commissioner of Niuland, Dimapur's commissioner of police, heads of departments, councillors of Niuland Town Council, members of Niuland Town Students' Union, gaon burahs (village headmen), and other leaders. The focus was on preparedness in view of the ongoing eviction drive across the Assam border. 'With concerns mounting over a possible influx of illegal immigrants into Nagaland, it is heartening to see how united and vigilant the people have been. I deeply appreciate the efforts of the district administration, gaon burahs, students, youth bodies, and volunteers who are maintaining round-the-clock vigilance," Patton stated on X. Highlighting Niuland's vulnerability as a porous border area, the deputy CM urged NGOs and local leaders to remain alert and proactive, and report any unfamiliar settlement activity within their jurisdictions. Patton also ordered the immediate deployment of additional security forces not only in Niuland but across all border areas of Nagaland that adjoin Assam. Dimapur Commissioner of Police Kevithuto Sophie told PTI that a high-level team led by Deputy CM Patton, accompanied by MLA Kikon, Wokha SP, Wokha DC, Dimapur CP, and Niuland DC, visited the Assam-Nagaland border areas under Wokha and Niuland districts during the day. He said that additional Indian Reserve Battalion forces have been deployed along the Ralan sector, and if needed, more will be sent to other border areas including Niuland. He added that key locations such as bus and train stations will also be placed under strict surveillance. Meanwhile, various local organisations have voiced concerns over the possible influx. The Western Sümi Students' Union (WSSU) warned that evicted settlers may attempt to encroach upon Naga-inhabited border areas and called for enhanced security and community vigilance. Additionally, the Konyak Students' Union has mobilised volunteers in Mon district to verify documents such as Inner Line Permit (ILP) and has recommended a temporary suspension of ILP issuance to ensure stricter scrutiny. PTI CORR NBS NBS ACD view comments First Published: July 24, 2025, 17:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Nagaland Reservation Policy: 5 major tribes hold sit-in-protest
Kohima, Thousands of tribal people attired in traditional dresses on Wednesday staged a protest outside the Nagaland Civil Secretariat here demanding a review of the reservation policy. Nagaland Reservation Policy: 5 major tribes hold sit-in-protest The agitators belonging to five major tribes - Ao, Angami, Lotha, Rengma and Sumi - community came together under the banner of 5 Tribes Committee on Review of Reservation Policy and demanded either the scrapping of the current job reservation policy, which is in effect since 1977, or to reallocate the unfilled reserved positions specifically to these five major tribes. The protestors held banners and placards some of which read "We protest against 48 years of indefinite reservation policy", "Backward Tribe reservation without minimum cut-off marks is a mockery of the system", "BT reservation in 48 years has outlived its intended purpose", "48 years of patience on BT reservation has become unbearable". CoRRP argued the policy is outdated and oppressive, calling for its repeal or redistribution of unutilised quotas to the five tribes. The Nagaland government on Tuesday appealed to the committee to call off the strike, stating the matter was already under institutional review. The government had also informed that the state cabinet would hold a meeting and take a decision on the matter once the chief minister, who is currently out of station, is back. However, rejecting the government's appeal, the CoRRP decided to go ahead with a one-day agitation. The push to review Nagaland's reservation policy intensified after the five major tribal apex bodies – Angami, Ao, Lotha, Rengma and Sumi, under the banner of the '5-Tribe CoRRP' submitted a joint memorandum to the state government. They argued that the policy, which has been in place since 1977, no longer reflects the current socio-economic and educational realities of the various communities in the state. Following sustained public pressure, including a large rally held in Kohima and other districts inhabited by the five tribes, during a meeting convened by Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton on June 3, the government assured them that a Commission would be constituted by June 17. However, on July 2, Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio while appealing for public patience had said the Commission's task is "very detailed" and cannot deliver immediate results. He also stated that any reforms – be it in administration, reservations, or delimitations should be carried out only after the national census, which is expected to begin in 2027. Frustrated by the state government's silence and lack of progress on the matter, CoRRP on July 3 declared to hold a sit-in protest. Initially, 25 per cent reservation was allocated for seven tribes in non-technical and non-gazetted posts for a period of 10 years. These tribes were designated as 'backward' based on educational and economic disadvantages, and limited representation in state services. Over the years, the reservation has increased to 37 per cent, comprising 25 per cent for seven Eastern Nagaland Backward Tribes and 12 per cent for four other backward tribes of the state. CoRRP has signaled potential escalation if the government does not take concrete action on forming and empowering the commission. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
The Print
03-07-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Tribal outfits to resume agitation over Nagaland job reservation policy on July 9
The CoRRP has maintained that the policy, which has been in place since 1977, no longer reflects the current socio-economic and educational scenario of various communities in the northeastern state. The push for review of Nagaland's job reservation policy intensified after the five major tribal bodies – Angami, Ao, Lotha, Rengma and Sumi – under the banner of the '5-Tribe CoRRP', submitted a joint memorandum to the state government. Kohima, Jun 3 (PTI) The Committee on Review Reservation Policy (CoRRP) – representing five major Naga tribes – on Thursday announced resumption of the second phase of agitation over its demand for review of the state's job reservation policy. During a meeting convened by Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton on June 3, the state government had assured the tribal bodies that a commission would be constituted to look into the matter by June 17. However, on Wednesday, Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio had said the commission's task is 'very detailed' and cannot deliver immediate results. He also stated that any reforms – be it in administration, reservations, or delimitations – should be carried out only after the national census, which is expected to begin in 2027. Unhappy with the state government's response, CoRRP announced that a sit-in protest will be held at the Nagaland Civil Secretariat in Kohima on July 9. This marks the second phase of their protest, which had been suspended since June 3. CoRRP member-secretary G K Zhimomi told PTI: 'It will be a one-day protest for now. We'll observe the government's response and take further steps accordingly.' PTI NBS RBT This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
