- DIMAPUR — The Confederation of Nagaland
Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CNCCI) has suspended its proposed indefinite
shutter-down of businesses across several districts of Nagaland following a
government invitation to dialogue.
- The confederation issued this information in the form of a
press statement on Wednesday. The CNCCI, along with nine aggrieved district
chambers of commerce, had threatened the action citing government inaction on
their demand for nominee representation in Urban Local Bodies (ULBs).
- The proposed shutdown, initially scheduled for April 24, was
a response to what the CNCCI described as "continued government
apathy" towards their long-standing demand.
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- However, a high-level meeting was convened at the directive of
the chief minister, where representatives from the CNCCI and all nine affected
district chambers participated.
- During the discussions, the CNCCI firmly reiterated their
demand for nominee representation in ULBs, emphasising its vital importance in
safeguarding the interests of both the business community and consumers.
- “During the deliberation, CNCCI and the aggrieved district
chambers clearly reiterated that the demand for nominee representation in ULBs
is non-negotiable, as it is essential to protect the interests of the business
community and consumers alike. The government, acknowledging the concerns
raised, has requested a period of two weeks to address the matter.
- “Based on mutual trust and in the larger interest for
dialogue, the CNCCI has decided to keep the proposed indefinite voluntary
shutter down—originally scheduled for the 24th of April—in abeyance for a
period of two weeks. We earnestly hope and anticipate that the government will
act responsibly and resolve the issue within the stipulated time frame,” it
stated.
