Kohima, March 8 (MExN): The Naga People’s Front (NPF) Central Headquarters has expressed strong displeasure over the statement made by the Nagaland Foothill Road Coordination Committee (NFRCC), referring to our MLA, Achumbemo Kikon, as a “mere MLA.” In a press note, Press Bureau, NPF Central HQ, Kohima stated that such a remark is not only highly inappropriate but also reflects a lack of respect for the democratic process and the institution of elected representatives.
Stating “no MLA is “mere” in any sense of the word,” NPF said an elected representative is the voice of thousands of people who have placed their trust in him through the democratic process. Dismissing his position with such careless terminology undermines the very essence of democracy and the principles of governance.
The remarks made against MLA Achumbemo Kikon are particularly disturbing because they come at a time when he is actively advocating for the long-overdue execution of the Foothill Road project, it also stated. This project has been left in cold storage for years despite being a crucial lifeline for the people of Nagaland. Instead of engaging in constructive dialogue, such disparaging remarks only serve to divert attention from the real issue—the immediate need for the government to take action on the Foothill Road project. ”Criticism, when constructive, is always welcome in a democracy. However, personal attacks and unwarranted name-calling do not contribute to meaningful discourse,” it added.
The Party further urged all stakeholders, including NFRCC, to focus on the common goal—ensuring that the Foothill Road project is executed without further delay. “It is time for unity and collective effort rather than unnecessary distractions. The people of Nagaland deserve better than divisive rhetoric; they deserve action and results.”
