Union Minister to join Naga peace talks; NSCN (I-M) calls move encouraging

A Union Minister is set to join forthcoming talks on the Naga issue, marking a fresh development in the protracted peace process. The National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Isak-Muivah) faction has responded positively to the announcement, describing the Minister's involvement as encouraging.

The move signals renewed engagement by the central government in resolving the longstanding Naga conflict, which has remained a key challenge in India's Northeast.