INDIAN FORCES ALLEGEDLY EMPLOY KUKI AND MYANMAR GROUPS FOR WARFARE
Why in the news?
- Indian armed forces accused of employing Kuki extremist group and pro-democracy armed faction in Myanmar.
- Allegedly, utilized to combat the “Naga Army” along the India-Myanmar border.
About Naga Insurgency:
- Formation of NNC: Established in April 1946 for Nagas’ social and political upliftment.
- Shillong Accord: Signed in 1975, aimed to resolve Naga issue within Indian Constitution; opposed by some NNC leaders.
- NSCN Formation: NSCN formed in January 1980, led by Isak Swu and Muivah; split into NSCN (I-M) and NSCN (K).
- Demands: NSCN-IM demands Greater Nagaland, separate flag, and constitution.
- Naga Peace Accord: Negotiations ongoing since 1997; 2015 Framework Agreement signed for Naga issue resolution.
- Breakdown of Talks: June 2022, talks halted after NSCN accused Centre’s interlocutor of excluding three political points.
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About Kuki extremist group:
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