In a significant development, Kuki national workers led by C Singon joined the GPRN/NSCN led by N Kitovi Zhimomi today. Twenty-two leaders from Ahthibung command, 42 officials from the Kuki Region, and 10 officials from the women wing of Kuki region joined Kitovi’s group, MIP, GPRN/NSCN stated.
Meanwhile, in a joint statement issued today, C Singson, Kilonser (MCL) and Lenjakam Haokip, Rao of the Kuki Region reiterated their firm commitment to the ongoing Indo-Naga peace process and voiced strong support for the leadership of N Kitovi Zhimomi, Convenor of the Working Committee of the Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs).
They highlighted the historic role played by the Kukis in the Naga political movement, dating back to 1929 when Pu Lengjang was one of the signatories of the memorandum to the Simon Commission, demanding the right to self-determination for the Nagas.
“This spirit of resilience, commitment, and determination guides the indigenous Kuki community in Nagaland till today,” the statement noted.
The leaders expressed their full endorsement of the Agreed Position signed between the Government of India and WC, NNPGs on November 17, 2017, describing it as a foundational document that entrenched Naga history, identity, and political rights. They affirmed that the road map to an honorable political solution — the ‘Status Paper’ — is already in the public domain.
Calling for unity among all Naga political leaders both within and outside the NNPGs, the statement acknowledged recent divisions among senior leaders but clarified these were “non-ideological differences.” “All leaders agree that Indo-Naga political solution, as and when announced, would be welcome,” the statement read.
Stressing the critical importance of Kitovi Zhimomi’s continued stewardship as Convenor of the NNPGs, the statement emphasized that his leadership is vital “at this juncture of Naga history.”
They appealed to leaders of all Naga political groups to prioritize Indo-Naga political solution and not dwell on personal difference.
“It is a momentous time,” the leaders said, calling on civil society, tribal bodies, the Church, the State Government, student organizations, and concerned citizens to join the discourse and facilitate a practical, honorable, and acceptable political solution with the Government of India.
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Singson reaffirms support for Naga reunification under Kitovi’s leadership
In a separate statement, C Singson, a veteran member of the GPRN/NSCN from the Kuki Region, has issued a heartfelt appeal for Naga reunification and reaffirmed allegiance to the leadership of N Kitovi Zhimomi, Convenor of the Working Committee of the Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs).
In a signed statement titled “Policy for Re-Unification & Statement”, Singson emphasized the importance of unity among the Naga political groups and the need to uphold the “Agreed Position” signed with the Government of India in 2017.
Reflecting on decades of political turmoil, factionalism, and sacrifices made by the Kuki community in the Naga national movement, Singson lamented the sidelining and belittling of Kukis in the broader political discourse.
He recalled his role as a signatory in the historic 2009 anti-fratricidal agreement spearheaded by the Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR), expressing concern that such efforts had not yielded due recognition for Kuki contributions.
“As a veteran, my desperate and humble attempt to sustain the goal with blood and tears… has so far been sidelined and belittled as if no better than they were in the bud,” Singson wrote, referencing the long and painful journey towards peace.
Calling for a unified way forward, Singson said he found “no other better political slogan than the only clarion call for re-unification,” urging all like-minded national workers and leaders—both old and new—to rally behind the NNPGs and Kitovi Zhimomi, Covenor, Working Committee of NNPGs.
