Kohima: Security experts met in Dimapur on August 21 to overhaul how Nagaland manages internal safety. The Centre for Internal Security Analysis hosted the pre-event for the North Eastern Regional Dialogue on Internal Security 2026. Experts argued that the old ways are dying. Traditional counter-insurgency tactics no longer fit the current climate.
The meeting drew police, academics, researchers, and policymakers to dissect the state's transition toward peace. While major violence has dropped, new threats plague the region. Factionalism and extortion remain high. Narcotics and illicit arms continue to cross borders. Officials warned that lingering armed networks and organized crime demand a fresh strategy. The group concluded that "Nagaland's security can no longer be addressed only through conventional counter-insurgency approaches."
Stability now depends on intelligence-led prevention. Better inter-agency coordination is a must. The dialogue highlighted the India-Myanmar border as a unique challenge. Authorities must balance national security with the deep cultural and social ties between Naga people across the frontier. Participants suggested that using the Act East Policy for trade and tourism could build economic opportunity while maintaining order. Disaster preparedness and community resilience were also cited as top priorities. Building a durable peace requires local input and better governance. The CISA aims to bridge the gap between official institutions and civil society to ensure these practical goals take root.
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