Forum for Naga Reconciliation calls for renewed trust ahead of Zunheboto reconciliation meeting

DIMAPUR — The Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) has urged Naga political groups and tribes to strengthen mutual trust and solidarity ahead of the reconciliation meeting in Zunheboto on September 27.

Responding to a recent appeal from the Working Committee of Naga National Political Groups (WC-NNPG), the FNR described the appeal as a “moral and spiritual reminder” for reflection and renewed commitment.

In its statement, the FNR acknowledged its past shortcomings and sought forgiveness from the Naga people for any perceived lapses in fulfilling public expectations since its formation in 2008.

“Since the birth of FNR in 2008, we have walked alongside you, not as perfect companions, but as fellow learners and sojourners. In this shared pilgrimage, we have grown, faltered, and evolved together,” the statement read, adding that public trust and resilience have been central to the reconciliation process.

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The forum highlighted the participation of Naga tribe hohos in the process, noting meetings hosted by the Angami Public Organisation in Jotsoma on July 24 and the Ao Senden in Ungma on August 23.

It stated that the upcoming Sumi Hoho-hosted session in Zunheboto on September 27 is part of the ongoing effort of building solidarity, confidence and mutual trust, “not just among the NPGs, but between the Naga tribes.”

Calling for unity, it urged all stakeholders to approach the Zunheboto meeting as a “moment of convergence, not division—of courage, not hesitation.”

The forum further stressed that its role has been to facilitate dialogue and reconciliation among Naga political groups, not to take sides.

Emphasising that the reconciliation process is “inclusive of all Naga people,” the FNR said that its responsibility is “to bring all Naga political groups together in the spirit of genuine forgiveness and reconciliation so that together they can pursue the Naga historical and political rights.”