The Rising People’s Party (RPP) has called upon the people of Nagaland to come forward to fight for a new Nagaland and has sought support for its candidates.

“The RPP believes that a public uprising of fresh new leaders with a tribal/regional mindset is the only option for progress, development, and safeguarding our identity, culture, tradition, and religious practices,” a press communique from the party on Sunday stated.

It further stated that Nagaland would remain the same for another five years “unless God-fearing young men and women rise to lead our people”.

Advocating good governance, rule of law, a self-reliant economy, women and youth empowerment, and clean election, the party affirmed its vision for a new Nagaland and appealed to the people to elect candidates who would bring about “True Change”.