Nagaland's Deputy Chief Minister, Y. Patton, has indicated that the state government currently lacks official confirmation regarding reports of Assam police structures being erected in the sensitive Disputed Area Belt (DAB). He assured that if these claims, which have been widely raised by civil society organizations, are substantiated, the matter would be promptly verified by state authorities.
Speaking to reporters in Wokha on Saturday, Patton addressed concerns from various civil society groups about the alleged establishment of temporary police outposts by Assam in the contentious border region. He clarified that, as of now, no formal communication or evidence supporting these claims has reached the Nagaland administration. However, he committed that should credible reports emerge, police personnel would be dispatched to the site for a thorough spot verification to ascertain the facts on the ground.
Shifting focus to broader inter-state relations, Patton also commented on the recently signed tripartite agreement concerning oil and gas exploration. He conveyed optimism that this significant initiative holds the potential to effectively address and resolve the long-standing boundary disputes and other contentious issues between Assam and Nagaland.
Emphasizing the collaborative spirit, the Deputy Chief Minister highlighted that the decision to pursue oil and gas exploration was a joint undertaking by the Chief Ministers of both states. He expressed strong hope that this agreement would pave the way for an expedited resolution to the complex border situation, fostering an environment of peace and cooperation in the region.
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