HT Bureau
GUWAHATI, Feb 6: The Naga People’s Front on Friday welcomed recent engagements between the Nagaland leadership and the Government of India, expressing appreciation for efforts to address key political and financial issues affecting the state.
In a press communique issued at Kohima, the party lauded its president and Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio, along with the Political Affairs Committee (PAC) delegation, for what it described as productive discussions with the Government of India.
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The NPF welcomed Rio’s call for reviving the Indo-Naga peace talks at the highest political level and noted positively the Union Home Minister’s indication of renewed political-level engagement.
The party also appreciated the chief minister’s efforts in raising Nagaland’s financial concerns, including the demand for restoration of the earlier financial arrangement under the 16-Point Agreement.
The communique further highlighted the party’s support for seeking relaxation of the Protected Area Permit (PAP) regime and a review of the revised Free Movement Regime (FMR) guidelines.
According to the NPF, these initiatives reflect responsible leadership and are vital for safeguarding Naga rights and identity.
The party expressed hope that assurances given by the Centre would translate into concrete action, easing the state’s financial challenges and promoting the welfare of the Naga people.
The NPF also described February 5, 2026, as a “red-letter day” in Nagaland’s history, marking the signing of the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) agreement by the NPF-led PDA government.
The party termed the agreement a major milestone with long-term significance for the state.
