IMPHAL, Feb 6: A consultative meet cum prayer for the Naga churches was held today at the Abungni Baptist church organised by the AC battalion of NSCN IM, according to a source.
The source said the consultation was held under the theme of `role of churches in the Naga peace process and church respond to social problems and land issues` in collaboration with Chandel District Christian Forum (CDCF).
Sources said that 200 participants including Rev. Vitovi Yeptho and Vikuto Kappo both from CNC, Hebron, leaders and pastors of all Naga churches, tribe presidents, chiefs, prayer group members attended the programs.
Reaffirming the previous resolution and declaration of Naga people, the meet extended its supported and acknowledged the Peace Accord (framework agreement) signed between the GoI and NSCN on August 3, 2015.
It further resolved to organise fasting prayer on first Sunday of every month before urging the elected MLA`s and MDCs to work for land issues and churches for the protection of land.
The main speakers were the central pastor, Council of Nagalim, Churches, Reverend Dheutui Zeme, PRO of AC, BN, K Wangshol, CNPO president Ws Kanral Anal and Chief Administrative Officer of Khurmi region Ts Prem.
Speaking during the meeting, Dheutui Zeme highlighted and spoke on the present framework agreement signed between GoI and NSCN in the gathering.
Ws Kanral Anal highlighted various land issues and other problems of the district while Ts Prem in his speech appeal church leaders for support in prayer for early acceptable solution.
A mass prayer was also held for the ongoing peace talks led by president of CDCF Rev Longam, marking the conclusion of the meet.