Kohima, February 23: The Naga People's Front (NPF) on Monday reaffirmed that Naga integration remains its topmost priority, even as it announced that the Election Commission of India (ECI) has officially communicated its acceptance of the recent party merger.
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| NPF leaders attend the orientation programme for legislators and party functionaries at the NPF Central Office Conference Hall in Kohima on February 23, 2026.(Image: NPF Facebook Page) |
The announcement was made by Achumbemo Kikon, MLA and Secretary General of the NPF, during an orientation programme for legislators and party leaders held at the NPF Central Office Conference Hall in Kohima. The programme was organised under the theme, “Insight on Government Departmental Activities and Constructive Role of Party Leaders.”
Addressing party functionaries, Kikon said the merger of Naga regional political parties has made the NPF a “larger family,” and it must now work in accordance with the expectations of the people. He urged party leaders to function as an effective link between the government and grassroots citizens and to equip themselves better to fulfill their responsibilities.
Reiterating the party’s longstanding stand on the Naga political issue, Kikon stated that the NPF remains committed to Naga integration as its foremost agenda. “The NPF stands beyond statehood,” he said.
He also appreciated Union Home Minister Amit Shah for his recent assurance to take the Naga political issue to the ministerial level.
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The orientation programme featured two sessions with presentations by MLAs and Advisors, including Hekani Jakhalu Kense, Z. Nyusietho Nyuthe, Wangpang Konyak, Tongpang Ozukum and Kekhrielhoulie Yhome in the first session. The second session saw presentations by Ministers G. Kaito Aye and C. L. John, followed by an interactive discussion between party leaders and ministers.
The programme was chaired by Merentoshi R. Jamir, Vice President (COB), and concluded with deliberations aimed at strengthening coordination between the party and the government.
