Unity key to resolving lingering issues in Nagaland—Minister KG Kenye

KG Kenye with NDPP officials and the new entrants to the party from LJP (RV) at Chizami on Friday. (EM Images)

• CHIZAMI — Minister for Power and Parliamentary Affairs, KG Kenye, on Friday expressed concern over the increasing fragmentation among the Naga political groups (NPGs) despite shared goals and aspirations.
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• He was addressing an event organised by the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) unit of 17th Chizami Assembly Constituency (AC) to welcome leaders from the LJP (RV) party at Chizami village in Phek district. As many as 54 LJP (RV) leaders from the constituency joined the ruling NDPP.
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• “Instead of coming together stronger and more united, we are fragmented into so many pieces, which is not good for us at all,” he said.
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• The minister emphasised the importance of unity among the people and political entities to address lingering issues in the state, adding that the present government is seriously pursuing the Naga political issue as its top priority in persuading the Centre for an early resolution to the protracted Naga issue.
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• Commending former LJP (RV) leaders for joining NDPP, he acknowledged their voluntary decision to align with Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio’s leadership.
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• “We never persuaded them; it was their own resolve to support our leadership because they trust that we will deliver good political outcomes,” he said.
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• Observing the political landscape, Kenye noted that political discussions have become more constructive as the younger, educated generation actively engages in relevant societal issues, unlike in decades past.
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• The minister also asserted that the people have realised the power of their vote with the advancement of technology where everyone can access information. In this regard, he stated that the people should not be misguided and warned about being misled by misinformation.
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• The minister emphasised the importance of a homegrown, strong regional party, stressing the need for political stability and continuity.
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• He also highlighted the significance of unity in resolving lingering political issues unique to the state. “If we unite together, the sooner we can get that
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• Furthermore, the minister called for the region to set an example of unity and responsible politics for other parts of the state to follow.
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• Meanwhile, Zashesa Lohe, President of LJP (RV) 17th Chizami AC, announced his resignation from his post and assured support and commitment to strengthening the leadership of Minister KG Kenye.
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• Speeches were delivered by Ngonyi Krocha, Vice-President LJP (RV) 17th Chizami AC; Vekuyi Cukhamu; and A Chasu Krocha, who were with the former LJP (RV) candidates for many years.
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• They announced that the party leaders from the Assembly Constituency have not resigned en masse yet but expressed hope that more would follow their footsteps.