NSCN group releases decree, aims to remove LGBTQ+ people from Nagaland within three days

In Nagaland, there has been a setback for the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer) movement.

Within three days, “non-locals,” who came to the state to spread LGBTQ awareness and support, are requested to leave the “Naga-inhabited areas” by an insurgent organization that is in peace mode.

The directive was given by the Nikki Sumi faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang), also known as NSCN-K (Niki), during the state’s first LGBTQ conclave, which took place on February 29 in the state’s major commercial center, Dimapur.

The organization said that the LGBTQ community, which is unknown to and alienated from the Naga people, is attempting to gain traction in the community in an effort “to corrupt and tow away the minds of Naga people, especially the younger generation, from our cultural and religious beliefs.”

It is against Christian teachings as well as a severe danger to the moral standards of the Naga people. The NSCN-K (Nikki) said in a statement, “The NSCN/GPRN shall not be blinded and allow external elements to replace our traditional and religious values with unrighteous and unethical ways of life.”

The declaration added that, as Christians, the Nagas would not put up with outsiders attempting to undermine the foundation of their culture.

The rebel organization demanded that Nagas, especially churches, maintain constant vigilance against these “evil forces trying to destroy our society’s existence.”

It requested that they mentor and teach the younger generation, which it said was “vulnerable to such bad influences.” “NSCN/GPRN directs those non-locals who have come from elsewhere propagating and encouraging LGBTQ to leave Naga-inhabited areas within three days’ time in the interest of safeguarding the society,” the NSCN-K (Nikki) said.

According to the outfit, any “negative reaction that may occur owing to failure to comply with the directive” should not be held against it.

The purpose of the LGBTQ conclave was to start conversations about inclusiveness, social acceptance, and job prospects for the group. Dr. Bernice Dzuvichi, joint director of health and family welfare, was present at the ceremony, along with a few other members.

“Not a part of Naga society”

The organization said that the LGBTQ community, which is unknown to and alienated from the Naga people, is attempting to gain traction in the community in an effort “to corrupt and tow away the minds of Naga people, especially the younger generation, from our cultural and religious beliefs.” It is not only contrary to Christian teachings but also a grave danger to the moral standards of the Naga people.