Kohima: The Mëkheotjüv Area People’s Organization (MAPO) shut down territorial claims made by the Khiamniungan Region of NNC/FGN and the NSCN-K (Ang Mai). The group labels these assertions as baseless and historically false. They demand respect for their distinct identity.
Nagas along the Indo-Myanmar border suffer under AFSPA and systemic neglect. Despite this, the community remains committed to the broader political struggle. MAPO leaders slammed the use of labels like Western or Eastern Nagaland, calling them obstacles to unity.
The organization holds that their lands were settled by their forefathers long ago. They claim they have no record of the Tingniu Sub-Region mentioned in a June 1, 2026, document. MAPO maintains that no outside entity has the authority to rewrite their local history.
Tensions flared over a proposed NSCN-K (AM) unit camp in the border region. While the faction eventually pulled the plan, MAPO remains firm on the dangers of such military maneuvers. The group stated: "establishing camps in the sensitive Indo-Myanmar border region could disrupt civilian life and create unnecessary tensions between neighbouring Naga communities."
MAPO welcomes any group that fights for genuine Naga unity. However, they draw a hard line against armed camps on their soil. Civilian safety comes first.
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