The Association of Liangmai Naga Chiefs and Chairmen has spoken in one voice against the construction of the so-called “German Road” or “Tiger Road,” which is intended to connect Kangpokpi to Churachandpur through Naga ancestral territories.
Standing against the said road construction, the Eastern Liangmai Chief/Chairman Association (ELCCA) stated that “there is no such road in the past, present, or future recognized as the German, Tiger, or Lion Road in our ancestral land.”
These names are fabricated and hold no legitimacy in our history, tradition, or land records. Any move to impose such fictitious infrastructure projects within Naga territory will be regarded as an act of aggression and a blatant provocation. Any forceful or deceitful attempt to intrude into our ancestral domain under the guise of development will be met with unrelenting resistance. Let there be no illusion that such actions risk triggering widespread unrest and violence that could lead to another communal conflict in the region. Those who choose to ignore this warning will bear full responsibility for the consequences.
The association also appealed to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to act with wisdom and urgency. Supporting or permitting such a road will constitute a reckless endorsement of territorial encroachment and would severely endanger fragile inter-community relations in the region. The Government of India must ensure that no infrastructure project under any name or pretext violates the territorial sanctity of Naga lands.
The Association also demanded the immediate dismantling of all Suspension of Operation (SoO) camps of Kuki militant groups located in close proximity to Naga-inhabited areas. These camps pose a serious threat to peace and remain a constant source of intimidation and insecurity for our people. Their continued presence will not be tolerated.
