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NSCN-IM Splits: Myanmar Faction Forms Govt
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 24 Jul 2026, 06:00 AM
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A Myanmar-based faction of the NSCN-IM has formed a provisional government after the recent killings in Manipur. This development indicates a significant split within the organization.
The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM) has witnessed a significant split with its Myanmar-based faction forming a provisional government. This move comes in the wake of recent violence in Manipur, which has led to a reevaluation of the group's structure and leadership. The formation of a provisional government by the Myanmar faction suggests a deepening divide within the NSCN-IM, potentially impacting the group's future operations and negotiations. The NSCN-IM has been involved in peace talks with the Indian government, aiming to resolve the Naga insurgency. However, the recent split may complicate these negotiations, posing new challenges for all parties involved.