Naga Students' Federation has expressed dismay over the “lackadaisical approach” of the state government, demands the termination of 109 backdoor appointments across 16 departments
DIMAPUR — The Naga Students' Federation (NSF) has expressed dismay over the “lackadaisical approach” of the state government in responding to its representation and ultimatum, demanding the termination of 109 backdoor appointments across 16 departments.
In an open letter to the government of Nagaland on Thursday, the NSF said its representation dated April 10, 2025, and ultimatum dated March 20, 2026, had been “willfully ignored”.
The federation said that while it had given ample time to the state government, in good faith and considering the procedural requirements involved in such termination, the government appeared to remain “nonchalant” on an issue that continues to adversely affect the student community and job aspirants.
The NSF said it was in receipt of a circular convening a meeting of the Cabinet Sub-Committee on Temporary PIMS on October 12, in the presence of the Deputy Chief Minister (Home & Border Affairs), four Cabinet Ministers, two Advisors, the Chief Secretary and the Home Commissioner (P&AR in charge), to discuss the ultimatum issued by the federation.
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In this regard, the NSF reiterated that the principles of “restoration of meritocracy and transparency” must prevail by terminating all backdoor appointees, as demanded.
It also appealed to all concerned appointees who are aware of irregularities concerning their appointments to exercise “moral responsibility” and voluntarily step down, rather than allowing the matter to be prolonged at the cost of thousands of Naga youths awaiting fair opportunities in government employment.
The NSF said it expected the state government to take “decisive and immediate action” so as not to hinder the aspirations of thousands of educated and deserving Naga youths who await fair opportunities and open competition.
The student body went on to warn that it would “intensively and extensively resort to democratic forms of protest” should the proposed meeting fail to address its demands satisfactorily.