Nagaland Church Opposes Vande Mataram

The Nagaland church council has come out strongly against the proposal to make singing of Vande Mataram mandatory. This decision is seen as a significant development in the region. The council's opposition is based on the principle of freedom of choice and the rights of individuals to practice their own culture and religion. The move to make Vande Mataram mandatory has been met with resistance from various quarters in Nagaland. The church council's stance is expected to further fuel the debate on this issue.