Sun Aug 03 08:10:25 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

On the 10th anniversary of the Framework Agreement (FA) between the Indian government and the National Socialist Council of Nagalim (Isak-Muivah), NSCN (I-M) Chairman Q. Tuccu reiterated the group’s commitment to the agreement. However, he strongly criticized the possibility of finding common ground with the Working Committee of the Naga National Political Groups (NNPG), a conglomerate of rival Naga extremist groups, arguing that the NNPG is controlled by the Indian government and seeks a political solution within the Indian Constitution, undermining Naga sovereignty. Tuccu warned against divisive politics and urged Nagas to defend the FA and their national identity, hinting at “other options” if the agreement is not translated into a practical solution.

**News Article:**

**Naga Group Warns Against “Dangerous” Unity, Reaffirms Commitment to Framework Agreement**

*Guwahati, August 3, 2025* – On the 10th anniversary of the Framework Agreement (FA) between the Indian government and the National Socialist Council of Nagalim (Isak-Muivah), NSCN (I-M), the group’s Chairman Q. Tuccu issued a strong statement reaffirming their commitment to the FA and warning against collaboration with rival Naga political groups.

Tuccu delivered a speech stating that the FA, signed in 2015, signifies India’s recognition of Naga sovereign rights and is crucial to achieving a final political solution. However, he vehemently opposed working with the Working Committee of the Naga National Political Groups (NNPG), a conglomerate of at least six groups opposed to the NSCN (I-M).

He asserted that the NNPG is a tool of the Indian government, created to undermine the NSCN (I-M) and push for a solution within the Indian Constitution, jeopardizing Naga sovereignty. “Framework Agreement and Agreed Position are poles apart and we see no meeting point whatsoever,” Tuccu declared.

Tuccu called on the Nagas to defend the FA and their national identity, claiming that divisive forces are attempting to undermine the agreement. He also hinted at considering “other options” if the FA does not evolve beyond a symbolic political document.

The NSCN (I-M)’s strong stance highlights the ongoing challenges in finding a lasting political solution to the Naga issue, with deep divisions persisting among different Naga groups. The Indian government, while engaging with both the NSCN (I-M) and the NNPG, faces the difficult task of navigating these conflicting demands to achieve a peaceful resolution.

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