PNTM reaffirms non-cooperation with Indian Paramilitary & Armed Forces

Senapati: The Poumai Naga Tsiidoumai Me (PNTM) resolutely reiterated its unwavering commitment to non-cooperation with the Indian paramilitary and armed forces in any form, citing the repressive Armed Forces Special Power Act 1958. 

In a press communique issued by the Information & Publicity of the Poumai Naga Students Union (PNTM), it stated that the condemnable brutality and atrocities inflicted by the Indian paramilitary, operating under the shadow of this draconian law in the Naga homeland are met with strong disapproval.

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In solidarity with all victims of the Armed Forces Special Power Act 1958 (AFSPA), PNTM demands the immediate withdrawal of AFSPA from the Naga homeland stating it endorses the Resolution of the Naga Students Federation (NSF), affirming their continued stand for non-cooperation with the Indian Paramilitary and Armed Forces and appeals to all right-thinking individuals to honour the non-cooperation both in letter and spirit.

Condemning the appeasement policy of the Indian Paramilitary and Armed Forces designed to mask wicked acts of atrocities with token development plans, PNTM insisted on its immediate cessation, asserting that it shall not yield any meaningful differences. Individuals, groups, or villages entangled in this game plan are earnestly requested to cease collaboration for the greater interest of the people, as the younger generation keenly observes. The younger generation stands unwavering in their commitment, is intolerant of collaboration, and pledges to judge such actions, it stated.

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Questioning the integrity of those who succumbed to the appeasement policy, PNTM urges reflection on the blood of fallen brethren at the cruel hands of enemies. It emphasized the need to distinguish between real enemies and friends, urging people not to forget the truth amid atrocities. Recent events, such as the Oting incident in Nagaland and the 9th July 1987 Operation Bluebird (Oinam Incident), served as stark reminders, it added.

Acknowledging and congratulating those who steadfastly stood firm against collaboration with the Indian Paramilitary or Armed Forces, despite tempting offers, PNTM expressed utmost respect to them calling such individuals to have the admiration and pride of the younger generation, acknowledging their sacrifices as a beacon of resilience against oppression and injustice.

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