FNCC-Govt of Manipur Talks End Blockade Over Roads & Poppy Cultivation

RECORD NOTE ON THE DISCUSSION HELD BETWEEN FOOTHILL NAGA CO-ORDINATION COMMITTEE AND GOVERNMENT OF MANIPUR AT IMPHAL 
ON 08-08-2025 AT 4:00 PM

With reference to the points raised by Foothill Naga Co-ordination Committee (FNCC), there was a detailed discussion between the representatives of the State Government and representatives of the FNCC.

2. Both Parties agreed on the following:

i. On the construction of unauthorized roads, it was clarified that the State Government had not approved or sanctioned any such roads as pointed out by FNCC. Necessary legal action will be taken after verifying the status of such illegal constructions/naming. If illegal, it will not be permitted.

ii. Concerns expressed over SoO Agreement/designated camps, interests and apprehensions of Nagas in Foothill areas will be seriously considered by the State Govt. in consultation with the Government of India.

iii. Regarding illegal Poppy Cultivation:

It was acknowledged that the State Government has been taking stern actions under the NDPS Act and PIT NDPS Act under the "War on Drugs 1.0 & 2.0" initiative. Zero tolerance to NDPS matters, especially illegal cultivation of Poppy and Cannabis, has been enforced. Destruction drives were carried out by State Police and Central Agencies (e.g., NCB). The government will take up necessary actions including area surveys and eradication.

Conclusion:

Based on the above understanding, FNCC agreed to call off the blockade/agitation with immediate effect.

Signed by:

Dr. Aku Newme, General Secretary, Joint Tribes Council

B. Robin Kabui, Secretary, FNCC

Nelson Chithung, Nomination Convenor, Tangkhul Naga Foothills Origination

Ch. Wirianjinlu, Co-Convenor, Koubrou Range Liangmai Women Union

N. Ashok Kumar, IAS, Commissioner-cum-Secretary (Home), Government of Manipur

(Dated: 8th August, 2025)

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