Prominent Naga intellectuals have called for a serious introspection among Nagas to realize the need to have “competent people with new ideas, models and visions” if Nagas were to come of age as an enlightened and democratic society.
The meeting of 27 Nagas in Kolkata was led by Rev. Dr. Wati Aier and included: Khekiye K. Sema, Dr. Phyobemo Ngully, Abei-u Meru, Khesheli Chishi, Dr. Rosemary Dzüvichü, HK Zhimomi, Dr. Chingmak Chang, Dr. YL Mingthing, Dr. PS Lorin, Dr. Visier Sanyü Meyasetsu, Gaidon Kamei, S. Milan, Sovenyi Nyekha, Dr. C. Ellen Jamir, Joel Naga, Dr. Lanusangla Tzudir, Lovitoli Jimo, Dr. Walunir, Dr. Achan Mungleng, Dr. Pangernungba Kechu, Dr. Salikyu Sangtam, G. Vashum and Dr. Aküm Longchari. The objective of the meeting, according to the joint statement, was to reflect on the current Naga situation and explore ways to nurture a process of cooperation in the “spirit of critical solidarity and Naga belonging”.
The meeting deliberated on issues as- “Naga peace process, framework agreement, Naga reconciliation, leadership crisis at all levels, fragmenting society, uncoordinated activities in civil society and stifling corruption confronting Naga society.”
The joint statement reiterated that political, social, economic and cultural rights can be affirmed that required “following Christ with responsibility in all aspects of individual and collective living”.
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