Apropos Kaka DIralu’s write up “On the question of aNaga flag and a Naga Yehzabo” as appeared in local media dated 12th October, 2019.
Naga flag and Yehzabo are the two symbols that has guided the Naga political struggle throughout. It is also an accepted fact that no nations existed without these symbols. Unfortunately, there are fools among the Naga leaders as mentioned by Kaka D Iralu, who proposed drafting Naga Yehzabo at this stage of Naga history. And these are the same foolish Naga leaders who are talking with the Government of India (GOI) in the name of finding Indo-Naga political solution. But, these are the same leaders being used by the GOI as flexible tools, and who are coaxed to concentrate on economic packages.
On the question of Naga flag, these same foolish Naga leaders has exposed themselves for not knowing the root of Naga history that begins with God given flag. They have surrendered Naga flag so easily for fear of being reprimanded by the person they are talking to in the name of Indo-Naga political solution. These same Naga leaders are those who once signed a joint statement that goes like this-“Having reconciled on the basis of historical and political rights, the top Naga leaders have agreed that Nagas are one. Therefore, in pursuance of this agreement, the following signatories have resolved in principle to work towards the formation of one Naga National Government”. Today, these same leaders have forgotten Naga historical and political rights as reflected in the manner they handled Naga flag and Yehzabo.
Whereas we appreciate Kaka DIralu for pointing out the foolish proposition on drafting Yehzabo, Kaka should not confused himself as if National Socialist Council of Nagalim(NSCN)is demanding Naga flag and constitution from India. These two symbols are inherent parts of the unique history of the Nagas as accepted by Government of India. And thus, we are simply saying to acknowledge that India honour Naga’s right to continue using our own flag and constitution.
Naga history without bias clearly shows that Naga National Council (NNC) gave a good beginning to Naga history by taking the right decision at the right time to save the Naga nation. But, somewhere in the history down the line they committed blunder to lose their relevance to carry forward the Naga political burden. It is, therefore, unbecoming of Kaka DIralu to lecture on Naga political history that is no longer in NNC domain.
Issued by MIP
