Demanding the revocation of suspension order and the introduction of Dimapur district(erstwhile) under the ILP regime, the NSF pressed for establishment of ILP Monitoring Cells at Dimapur Railway station, Dimapur Airport, and all entry/exit points to Nagaland state.
By Imna Longchar, TFM Nagaland Correspondent
The Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) on Tuesday called for the revocation of the June 2, 2003 suspension order and the inclusion of the former Dimapur district under the ILP regime. They also demanded a
A team of NSF office-bearers met Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and sought his immediate and effective intervention to curb the influx of illegal immigrants and eliminate the practice of backdoor appointments. They submitted him a representation in this regard.
The representation stated that the ILP, a testament to its 150-year existence, has been instrumental in regulating tourist flow and controlling the entry of illegal immigrants. Unfortunately, over the past several decades, successive governments have struggled to execute the ILP diligently, leading to a surge in illicit activities that endanger our unique identity, culture and demography.
It maintained that the exclusion of Dimapur District (erstwhile) from the ILP regime, as indicated by the suspension order No.CON-3/PAP/65/10 dated June 2, 2023, has created a perilous haven for illegal immigrants. Dimapur, as a melting pot overrun by individuals with questionable identities, poses a grave threat not only to Nagaland but also to the North Eastern hills.
Demanding the revocation of suspension order and the introduction of Dimapur district(erstwhile) under the ILP regime, the NSF pressed for establishment of ILP Monitoring Cells at Dimapur Railway station, Dimapur Airport, and all entry/exit points to Nagaland state.
It called for stringent implementation of ILP regime in all District Headquarters and urged the government to launch extensive awareness campaigns to educate all communities residing in Nagaland and beyond about the mandatory requirement of the ILP for entry into the state.
“We firmly believe that with your esteemed office’s intervention and the commitment of the government, we can overcome this looming threat and secure the future of our people,” said the representation.
Raising the issue of backdoor appointment, the NSF appreciated the chief minister’s commitment to meritocracy and transparency by establishing the Nagaland Staff Selection Board (NSSB) for the recruitment of Grade III posts. “This progressive step underscores your dedication to fostering a fair and just selection process, ensuring that deserving candidates are given the opportunities they rightfully merit,” it said.
However, despite this commendable initiative, there remains a prevalent issue of backdoor appointments within various government departments, it alleged. The Federation, through our RTI campaign, has uncovered numerous discrepancies that suggest a continuation of this practice, undermining the integrity of our administrative system, it added.
The NSF urged the chief minister to take decisive action to eliminate these backdoor appointments. Instituting stringent measures to ensure compliance with established recruitment protocols will not only reinforce the NSSB’s efforts but also our confidence in your government’s commitment to justice and transparency, it said.
“We are optimistic that under your visionary leadership, the aspirations of Nagaland’s youth will be upheld, fostering a future where merit and fairness are the cornerstones of our state’s employment policies,” said the representation.
The representation was signed by its president Medovi Rhi and general secretary Chumben Khuvung.