Question : TALKS WITH NAGA LEADERS



(a) the details and outcome of peace talks recently held between Naga leaders and the Union Government to resolve the Naga insurgency problem;

(b) the reaction of the Government on the demand of greater Nagaland;

(c) the steps taken by the Government to settle the issue with neighbouring States; and

(d) by when the next round of talks is likely to be held?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY )

(a) to (c): A group of Ministers has held 12 rounds of discussions with NSCN (I/M) leaders on the Naga issue during February to May, 2005. The talks are inconclusive. It will not be in public interest to disclose outcome of dialogue at this stage.

(d): No date for next round of talks has been fixed yet.