Kohima, October 18 (SHABD): The Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) has resolved to accept the offer of Naga People’s Front (NPF) to merge and form a single regional political party in Nagaland.
The decision was made on Saturday during the party’s 6th General Convention held at the Capital Cultural Hall in Kohima.
The event was attended by party members and representatives from across the state.
During the convention, delegates deliberated extensively on the NPF’s offer to amalgamate, with the aim of consolidating and strengthening regional political identity in Nagaland under one banner.
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Following detailed discussions, the house adopted a resolution in accordance with Article X of the NDPP Constitution to formally accept the merger proposal.
The resolutions were put forward to vote by Minister and Convenor of the Resolution Committee, K G Kenye, Whice was unanimously accepted by the members.
Mr. Kenye asserted that it is only through a unified power that can bring about the much-needed intensive attention in taking the Naga people forward.
Nagaland’s Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio who was elected as the leader of the NPF’s Legislature party on Saturday said the NDPP merging with the NPF is not just a strategic political move but a step toward a shared vision of one strong regional party that can better represent the aspirations of the people and address the long-standing Naga political issue.
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Addressing the 6th General Convention of the NDPP in Kohima, Mr. Rio emphasized that unity among political parties is essential and urged members to work together with renewed dedication as one united family.
The Chief Minister also highlighted that the NDPP has no liabilities following the closure of a legal case regarding its deregistration, ensuring a smooth transition in the merger.
CM Rio also said the NDPP merging with the NPF is not just a strategic political move but a step toward a shared vision of one strong regional party that can better represent the aspirations of the people and address the long-standing Naga political issue.