Kohima, Sept 26: NSCN-IM has opposed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call of cleanliness drive on October 1.
In a statement issued, NSCN-IM stated that Nagas as Christians cannot simply abide by the call of the Prime Minister no matter how noble the cleanliness drive.
The call to action is called “Ek Tareekh Ek Ghanta Ek Saath” and it aims to unite citizens from every corner of the country for one hour of collective “shramdaan” on October 1 starting at 10 am.
“In what can be termed as playing into the nerves of the Naga people’s religious ethos as the call of the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi for a nationwide cleanliness drive falls on October1 (Sunday). Nagas as Christians cannot simply abide by the call of the Prime Minister no matter how noble the cleanliness drive,” NSCN-IM stated.
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It further added, “For any such nationwide drive for cleanliness, the sentiment attached with the spirit of secularism must be rightfully respected. Naga people will stand as one Christian family to resist such a cleanliness initiative that defies the mutual respect for different faiths that reflects the secular character of India. NSCN cannot remain as mere spectator to any policy or initiative that obstructs and undermines Christian faith.”
It also noted the bold step taken by Chakhesang Baptist Church Council (CBCC) that “We must obey God rather than human beings”, calling it ‘highly valued and appreciated’.
“The Christian’s Holy Bible teaches that God not only created the universe but He upholds and sustains it day by day, hour by hour. The Bible further says that Christ, the son of God, upholds the universe by the word of His power. All said done, the Nagas cannot deny God by obeying the call of Prime Minister Narendra Modi,” the statement further said.
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