The National Investigation Agency has said the “China-Myanmar module” of the Isak-Muivah faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) supported the cadres of two banned Meitei outfits to infiltrate India.
- Aim of infiltration: To exploit the current ethnic unrest in Manipur with a larger goal to destabilise the State and wage a war against India.
Insurgency in North-East Region (NER):
- The NER Region has endured over 50 years of insurgent conflicts, ranging from demands for sovereignty to greater political autonomy.
- Major insurgencies commenced in the Naga Hills with the Naga National Council (NNC) declaring independence in 1947, followed by the formation of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN), which later split into factions NSCN-IM and NSCN-K.
Major Insurgent Groups:
- Nagaland: Naga National Council (NNC), NSCN-IM, NSCN-K.
- Assam: United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB).
- Manipur: United National Liberation Front (UNLF), People’s Liberation Army (PLA).
- Mizoram: Mizo National Front (MNF).
- Tripura: National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF).
Factors for Persistence of Insurgency in NER:
- Ethnic Diversity and Identity: The diverse ethnic groups, each with distinct cultures, resist integration due to fears of losing their unique identities.
- Political Marginalization: Historical neglect and inadequate representation in Parliament contribute to feelings of alienation and marginalization among the communities of NER.
- Underdevelopment: A lack of infrastructure, investment, and job opportunities makes insurgency an attractive option for the youth.
- Internal Displacement: Ethnic violence and displacement create socio-economic instability, fueling further resentment and insurgency.
- Porous Borders: The long, porous borders facilitate militant infiltration and arms smuggling, exacerbating the insurgency problem.
- External Support: Neighboring countries provide training and supplies to insurgent groups, sustaining and intensifying the insurgency.
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