NSCN/GPRN (Niki) says its MoU with NSCN (IM) aims to promote unity and peace among Zeliangrong people and Nagas
DIMAPUR — The NSCN/GPRN (Niki) has clarified that its regional Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the NSCN (IM) was signed solely to promote unity and peace among the Zeliangrong people in particular and the Nagas in general.
In a press statement, the NSCN/GPRN (Niki) reiterated its commitment to defending Naga political aspirations through all means at its disposal.
The organisation alleged that certain inimical forces had made attempts to sow seeds of sectarianism within the Naga national movement, including through groups such as the Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF-J).
It cautioned the Naga people against what it described as misleading propaganda being spread through such groups.
Referring to the July 23, 2026, declaration by the Joint Tribes Council of Manipur (JTCM) of a non-cooperation movement against ZUF(J) over alleged attacks on Naga village guards, the NSCN/GPRN (Niki) called upon the Zeliangrong communities — Zeme, Liangmai, Inpui and Rongmei — to publicly clarify their positions on the group's activities.
The statement further alleged that ZUF (J), in collusion with Kuki elements and foreign forces, had been attacking Nagas in southern Nagaland.
It urged the Rongmei community to clarify whether it supported or condemned the alleged activities of the Jenchui Kamei-led group.
The NSCN/GPRN (Niki) also accused certain members of ZUF (J) of attempting to hijack and distort the legacy of the Zeliangrong people in the Naga national movement, describing such efforts as unfortunate.
Concluding the statement, the organisation paid tribute to the Zeliangrong people, acknowledging their longstanding contribution and unwavering role in the Naga national movement.