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Vol XXVII No. 35
DIMAPUR, wednesday, january 11, 2017 Pages 12 ` 4.00
Iran bids farewell to ex prez Rafsanjani
Russian teen stuns Kerber in Sydney
Situation will normalise by Feb-end, says SBI chief Arundhati
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Reactions to Senden’s ‘quit notice’ Chuchuyimlang village asks Ao Senden to clarify within 3 days
that may take place involving Nuklutoshi. “Till an acceptable response is received from Ao Senden, Nuklutoshi will not leave Ao territory,” the council asserted. In this regard, the council said that the Senso Mungdang and the Riongsanger Putu would continue to pursue the matter to its logical conclusion. CMO: According to CMO, the cabinet had drawn attention on the resolution signed by the president of the Ao Senden, which appeared in the media. CMO said the cabinet expressed deep concern that a member of the cabinet was threatened and served with ‘quit notice’ from Ao territory with usage of “unparliamentary language like ‘so called minister’ .” CMO asserted that a minister is a duly elected member of the legislative assembly who had taken oath under the constitution of India. Therefore, CMO said, the contents of the resolution “do not behove an apex tribal organisation.” Ao legislators: Ao Legislators of Mokokchung district, held an emergency meeting in Dimapur on
January 10, 2017 to deliberate on the decision of the Ao Senden on January 9, 2017. In a joint statement, the eight legislators from Mokokchung district- C. Apok Jamir, Imtikumzuk, S. Chuba Longkumer, Dr. Benjongliba, Dr. Longri and Merentoshi R. Jamir, including Dr. Imtiwapang and Amenba Yaden-- said they have utmost respect for Ao Senden and other civil society organisations and expressed shock at use of the term “so called minister” which demeaned the status of a minister. The legislators pointed out that a minister is a duly elected member of the Nagaland Assembly, having the mandate of his electorate for a tenure of five years and has taken oath of office under the constitution of India. They pointed out that in the present issue it was not the decision of an individual but a collective decision of the government to conduct elections to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and for which members of the government wee bound to uphold such decisions.
In this, they said the minister (Nuklutoshi) incharge of Mokokchung, was discharging his duty in his official capacity and not acting in his personal interest. Since relationship between legislators and civil society organisations like Ao Senden had always been cordial and where dialogues had been the norm of resolving issues in the past, the signatories said they failed to understand why Ao Senden had taken such “a hasty and harsh decision” upon its bonafide member for an issue that did not pertain only to one single community but to the entire people of Nagaland. In the light of the above, the signatories requested the Ao Seden to reconsider and rethink on its January 9 decision in order to “maintain cordial relationship and collectively serve our people”. NPF Mkg: NPF Mokokchung Division through the president Moasangba Jamir and general secretary Tangit Imsong issued a statement regarding the ‘quit notice’ served
Ravi invites Manipur CSOs for consultative meeting
EC warns parties of ‘stern action’ for violating MCC
on January 20, at 11.30 a.m. in the conference hall of the National Security Council Secretariat, New Delhi. Ahead of the consultative meeting, the CSOs also held a meeting to discuss on the latest development. During the meeting with Ravi, the AMUCO member said they would also discuss other issues which Ravi had initiated earlier with representatives of various civil society organizations as part of peace negotiation between NSCN (I-M) and government of India. Earlier during the wwek, the ripples of the ongoing economic blockade in Manipur were also felt in the national capital, with rival Manipuri and Naga groups staging protests over the tense law-and-order situation in the state that will go to polls in March. While members of the Delhi Manipuri Society highlighted the “humanitarian crisis” due to the indefinite economic blockade imposed by the United Naga Council (UNC) since November 1, the Naga groups demanded imposition of President’s Rule in the state.
New Delhi, Jan 10 (IANS): Election Commission on Tuesday warned political parties of taking “stern action” again violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), saying it will not remain a “mute spectator”. In a letter addressed to office bearers of political parties, the poll panel reminded the parties that MCC, which came in force on January 4 when elections in five states were announced, restricts leaders from making communal statements. “...political parties and their leaders should desist from making statements to the effect of creating disharmony between different sections of society on the basis of religion as the same disturb the peace and tranquility of the society which is absolutely essential for free and peaceful conduct of elections,” the letter said. “The Commission will not remain silent spectator if the provisions of law of MCC are violated but will take stern action for all violations under all powers available,” the letter said. It asked political parties to issue advisories on this.
Correspondent
IMPHAL, JAN 10: With no sign of end to the ongoing economic blockade called by the United Naga Council (UNC), Government of India’s Interlocutor of Naga talks, R.N. Ravi has called for a consultative meeting with some Manipur based civil society organizations (CSOs) to discuss on the prevailing situation. It was informed that Ravi had sent invitations to the presidents of All Manipur United Club Organisation (AMUCO), Committee of Civil Societies of Kangleipak (CCSK), and United Committee Manipur (UCM) including Goodwill Mission for Peaceful Co-existence (GMPC), to attend the consultative meeting at the national capital on January 20. Though UNC was also likely to be part of the meeting, it was not confirmed whether UNC and its constituents units were invited since no one could not be contacted. A member of the AMUCO confirmed that they received the invitation (Cont’d on p-7) for the meeting to be held
D I M A P U R , JA N 1 0 (NPN): Close on the heels of the Ao Senden issuing a ‘quit notice’ on minister of PWD Mechanical & National Highways and Elections Nuklutoshi to leave Ao land, for having acted against the Senden’s directive of boycotting elections to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in Mokokchung district, the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), Chuchuyimlang Riongsanger Putu Tatar Salang (Chuchuyimlang village counicl), Mokokchung district Ao legislators and NPF Mokokchung division have reacted to it. Chuchuyimlang village: Rejecting the allegations and condemning the ‘quit notice’ ultimatum served on its bonafide member and minister Nuklutoshi by the Ao Senden, the Riongsanger Putu Tatar Salang of Chuchuyimlang village (village council) has issued a three-day deadline seeking clarification from the Senden as to why Nuk-
lutoshi was issued such ultimatum. In a letter addressed to the Ao Senden, village council chairman, Ao Sanen Pongen informed that the entire citizens of Chuchuyimlang village, “in no uncertain terms, reject and condemn the ultimatum” issue to a bonafide member of the village. Sanen also informed that the Senso Mungdang (citizens’ assembly) and the Putu, during a joint meeting, adopted several resolutions. It was resolved that the village and its citizens would remain disassociated from the Ao Senden until the time “a convincing response is received” from the latter. During the period, the council said all its citizens would not take part in any activity of the Ao Senden. Sanen further informed that till such a time the issue was settled, the council also cautioned that the Senden would be held responsible for any untoward incidents
Recommended demonetisation on govt’s ‘advice’: RBI
Bodos set to intensify MVC lauds zero nominations Mass protest rally at Bhandari on Jan 12 protest across NE for Medziphema Town Council
NEW DELHI, JAN 10 (AGENCIES): Contrary to popular belief, it was the government which had “advised” the Reserve Bank to junk Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes on November 7 and the board of the central bank the very next day recommended the demonetisation. In a 7-page note to Parliament’s Department-Related Committee of Finance headed by Congress leader M Veerappa Moily, the RBI stated that the government had on November 7, 2016 “advised” the RBI that to mitigate the triple problems of counterfeiting, terrorist financing and black money, the Central Board of the Reserve Bank may consider withdrawal of the legal tender status of the notes in high denominations of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000.” RBI’s Central Board met the very next day to “consider the government’s advice” and after “deliberations” decided to “recommend. Then, the Cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 8 banned circulation of 500 and 1000 rupee notes. Some ministers have thus far maintained that the government had only acted on RBI recommendation of demonetisation.
This is it!
“Wonder whose great idea it was, to have 33% instead of 35% or 45% etc.?” K Y M C
GUWAHATI, JAN 10 (AGENCIES): Several Bodo groups, including the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) urged the government to start the tripartite political talks on Bodoland before the Parliament budget session, otherwise they would intensify the protest across north-east India. The Bodo groups have also sought policy-level decisions on creation of Bodoland state with immediate effect. The demands have come after Joint Secretary in the Home Ministry Satyendra Garg held talks with the Bodo groups here on their long-pending demand for statehood. “Among the four demands, we have also sought that the government ensures political rights to Bodos living outside the proposed Bodoloand Area. Also, the need to invite all the revolutionary Bodo organisations for joint talks on the Bodoland issue,” ABSU President Pramod Bodo told newsmen The meeting was held in the Special Branch office of the Assam Police and was also attended by senior Assam Police officials. Four rounds of tripartite talks were held in the year 2013 and 2014 between the Assam and central Governments and Bodo groups when the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) was in power.
DIMAPUR, JAN 10 (NPN): Medziphema Village Council (MVC) has acknowledged the sacrifices of the intending candidates in listening to the voice of the people and refrained from filing nomination papers, which led to zero nominations in Medziphema Town Council (MTC). The council lauded the candidates for maintaining maturity and true leadership quality by upholding the wishes of the people over their personal gains, despite extension of two “special hours” in filing of nomination papers exclusively for Medziphema. It was also possible due to the selfless sacrifices, enthusiastic cooperation and active participation from the citizens of Medziphema, stated MVC chairman Neikhonyü Kuotsu and secretary Khriengulie Kapo in a press statement. MVC affirmed that, “development at the expense of our personal rights and freedom is a mockery and that we the people
of Medziphema will not succumb to.” The council also appreciated the citizens of Medziphema for the unstinted cooperation and responding to the call of Medziphema Village Council to boycott the process of town council elections with 33% reservation for women at Medziphema town. The village counicl further asserted that the contributions demonstrated by the citizens would go a long way in safeguarding “our rights and in protecting our precious democracy even in the future”. Meanwhile, Medziphema Village Council also lauded APO, AYO, ASU, CPO, CYO and CSU for their patronage and remaining firm on their resolutions to oppose ULB election in Angami jurisdiction. MVC also thanked administration, police and IRB personnel in not resorting to provocative actions inimical to the public during the protest. (Cont’d on p-7)
DIMAPUR, JAN 10 (NPN): Civil society organizations of Bhandari have decided to take out a mass protest rally on January 12 from 8 am to 12 noon to protest against the “gruesome and cold blooded murder” of a woman at Bhandari town. The decision was taken at the coordination meeting held under the aegis of Bhandari Town Eloe Hoho (BTEH) along with mass based Civil societies/ NGOs viz. LLRPO, BTLH, BTSU, LLRSU and
representatives from the 7th NAP Bn. HQ Bhandari, Mhankha Okho Bhandari Town and Sungro Range Union Bhandari Town at Town Hall Bhandari on January 10. In this connection, BTEH president Thungsali Odyuo has asked all citizens of Bhandari Town to co-operate during the rally. The victim, N. Nchumbeni Jami, employed as NCE at 7th NAP Bn, Bhandari was found dead inside the staff quarter on January 8.
‘Chinese agencies helping NE militants in Myanmar’ GUWAHATI, JAN 10 (Agencies): Chinese intelligence agencies have been helping various insurgent groups of North-eastern India having bases in Myanmar, and top anti-talk faction of ULFA Paresh Barua has currently set up base in Ruili, a Chinese town in the Myanmar border. Disclosing this, L R Bishnoi, Additional Director-General of Police, Assam, on Tuesday here also said that Paresh Barua had also drawn up plans to supply arms procured from Chinese agencies to smaller armed groups of the Northeastern region, reports The Indian Express. “Barua in fact has been in Ruili for quite a long time, and only occasionally visits the ULFA camps that are located closer to the Indian border primarily because of security reasons,” Bishnoi said. Ruili is an important Chinese border town in the Yunnan Province famous
for bustling border trade – both legal and illegal – with Myanmar. Various ethnic communities having members on the Indian side in Arunachal Pradesh have reportedly made it easier for the rebel groups to find local support there. “Chinese intelligences have been helping, directly or indirectly various insurgent groups of the Northeastern region that have their bases and hideouts inside Myanmar. These groups are under increasing influence of the Chinese agencies, and ULFA leader Paresh Barua is among those top leaders who have been in regular touch with the Chinese liaison office in Ruili on the China-Myanmar border,” ADGP LR Bishnoi said. He was speaking at an orientation programme called “Sabal Bidhayak” for newly-elected members of the Assam Legislative Assembly here. Pointing
out that camps of different rebel groups including the Barua faction of ULFA and Khaplang faction of NSCN were “still intact” inside Myanmar, Bishnoi said that these groups have now taken to launching joint attacks on security forces on the Indian side. “They have launched a new strategy of launching combined attack on security forces in districts close to the Myanmar border. While extortion continues to be a menace, it has drastically come down in the recent months,” he added. Khaplang’s is the largest group: Giving a breakup of the cadre strength of different North-eastern rebel groups in Myanmar, ADGP Bishnoi said that while the Khaplang faction of NSCN had over 1,000 cadres there, People’s Liberation Army (PLA) – a Manipuri group came second with over 250 men. “Taking into account at least ten North-eastern
rebel groups having their bases and hideouts in Myanmar, there should be close to 2,500 militants from the region in that country. Of them NSCN(K) alone has a little over 1,000 men, followed by around 260 of the PLA, 230 of the UNLF and a little over 200 of the ULFA faction of Paresh Barua,” Bishnoi said. According to him, the strength of the NSCN(IM) there would be between 80 and 120, NDFB(S) about 160, KYKL, Prepak and Prepak (Progressive) around 10 each. “Two things that have been happening there is that while the rebel groups of the region work in close coordination, they get almost 100 per cent support from the local communities close to the Indo-Myanmar who belong to various Naga tribes. These villagers not only provide them food and shelter, but also guide them through the mountainous track,” Bishnoi said. K Y M C