I have come to a strong belief that failure of development in Nagaland is due to the presence of some forces/factions that are tirelessly at work. But the laws that regulate them make me think that they have greater visions and prospects for Nagas. It can be for good or bad, life or death. The consequences and daily experiences will only tell you. Have you ever come across any factionwho developed your village or town? Very rare or may not be there at all. I am sure they are preserving every drop of water and every single plant and animal to save Nagaland to meet the glorious day of Sovereignty. But if not taken care, a long term vision can cut short many good things of the present.
There are some groups who speak big things about the splendor of Nagaland, but not willing to make it grow. They neither construct roads or bridges, nor help students in education or give jobs to the unemployed. They neither sow nor do the clearing but just wait for harvest time to get a handsome share as though they worked the hardest. This is not the right way of living. If anyone is unwilling to develop Nagaland, at least allow others to do without any hindrance. The phrase, “work and eat” does not mean to allow ‘illegal works’. Do not interpret wrongly and think that you are right from morning till night. There are better ways of living just life.
The government of India collect taxes of different sorts but such money comes back to the public one way or the other for further development. But when factions collect taxes, do they use such money for the good of the public or they swallow the whole sum of money and still open their mouth wide for more? There are many crocodiles in the dry state of Nagaland.They are found every nook and corner of construction sites and shops. Business thrives at their command and order.
Shall Nagas give a just tax to the factions so that they construct 6 to 8 lanes roads, erect super International Schools and Colleges, build shopping Malls, Parks, Cinema Halls, Churches, Banks, Factories, Community halls and provide security to Nagas at the cost of their life?I am sure the public will not ask any tax from them. Give them chance and they will turn Nagaland into fast developing State.
Allow them to become Directors, Engineers, Technicians, Doctors, Priests and Pastors to make Nagaland a better State. I am sure there will be milk and honey on the door step of every house with the rising of the sun.When Nagas are ruled by such group/s many changes will take place at the wink of an eye. They will employ their jawans to clean the streets and villages free of cost. The young and old will be given due respect and honour. Pregnant women will be given weekly incentives. Pre and Post Scholarship will be given on monthly basis to every student without fail. Education will be free and compulsory for every child till the completion of his/her studies. Jobs will be assured to every citizen. There will be no distinction between the rich and poor, ugly and handsome/pretty, tall and short. Pension schemes will be delivered by the bed side even before you wake up. Medical facilities will be delivered to the patient’s personal room. Transportation will be made available at the cheapest rate. Circulation of money will be fast and transparent. There will be traffic jam in the sky due to numerous domestic and international flights along with personal choppers. Nagaland will become a safe State. You can take a stroll even at midnight without any fear. No doors and windows will need locks. Every gate will be opened wide. Tourists will flow like Chathe River to see and experience the goodness of Nagaland. Peace will be available without any argument.
The natural resources of Nagaland will be tapped with the latest imported machineries. Petroleum will be exported even to the gulf countries. The gold mine will be explored. All Nagas will wear Golden trousers and Skirts and eat from the golden bowl. National highways and districts road will be constructed with silver and bronze respectively. Every family will have their own mobile towers. 4G will increase to 20G. Supply of electricity will be 24x7. Children will not know what is killing or extortion because of peaceful existence. Guns and bullets will be brand name for ‘chocolates and sweets.’ AK46 or AK56 will be used in reference to ‘the age of a person’. These changes will lead Nagaland to stand majestically at the top 10 countries of the world.
I have such unusual dreams for Nagaland. And I am awaiting some Naga Saviours to make my dreams come true, if not today, at least after a century.
Far away from dreams, the reality of life in Nagaland is quite unexplainable. There are many untold stories beyond these dreams. There are people who disturbthe peaceful existence of the innocence. Their existence would mean death to many Nagas. Those who claim themselves to be working for Nagas’ peace are not peaceful themselves. They create fear and disharmony among the society. It is atragedywhen our own people become hindrance to our growth and development. Even ISIS do not involve in such fruitless work. No one is against collection of legal tax, but extortion of money and wealth is dislike by all. There are more illegal taxes than legal ones. Whenever there are constructions of road, bridge, building, etc, you are sure to meet many polite and refined guests of different groups;A group, B group, C group, D group. Are factions paying tax to Nagas? I do not think so. It is just one way ticket. They are allowed to build mansions and bungalows without any tax or fee. Likewise, the same privilege should be given to others. “Areeey, Naga khan nimitepusnaulaikenakamkuriase to.TAXnauthai le to SYNTAXuthabonagi.”This is a wrong preposition to start with.
There are many instances where developmental works ceased with the arrival of letters and bullets. Shall we stop the growth of Nagaland? If so, which group or association will volunteer to hold the hand of Nagaland towards brighter future? Are Naga factions ready to develop Nagaland? If so, they must be given chance to do all the developmental works by hunting projects from somewhere. If not, let us give better chance to those who can do. Many of us are used to eating and drinking without a drop of sweat from our own brow. We only enjoy at the expense of others and continue our parasitical life.
Let us straightened our crooked ways of life. Let us not assert our rights wrongly. Sometimes, one’s rights and privileges need to be sacrificed for the common good. As we believe in our personal rights, likewise give the same to others. This will only help us to grow and develop. Do not confuse your small brain with what does and does not belongs to you. Respect for each other will make way for peace in the society. You can be that person if you choose to be so.
