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Chakhesang Youth Body Calls Off Nagaland Agitation After Forest Dept Settlement
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 16 Oct 2026, 01:56 AM
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The Chakhesang youth body in Nagaland announced the withdrawal of its agitation after reaching a settlement with the state forest department. The decision follows negotiations aimed at addressing the group's concerns.
The Chakhesang youth body, representing the Chakhesang tribe of Nagaland, had been engaged in an agitation over unspecified issues related to forest resources. After several rounds of discussion, the group reached a settlement with the Nagaland forest department.
Following the agreement, the youth body issued a statement confirming that the agitation has been called off. The statement emphasized that the settlement addresses the core concerns raised during the protest.
Officials from the forest department said the settlement aims to ensure sustainable management of forest areas while respecting the rights of local communities. They added that both sides are committed to implementing the agreed measures.
The development marks the end of the recent unrest in the region, with both parties expressing hope for continued dialogue on forest-related matters.
Following the agreement, the youth body issued a statement confirming that the agitation has been called off. The statement emphasized that the settlement addresses the core concerns raised during the protest.
Officials from the forest department said the settlement aims to ensure sustainable management of forest areas while respecting the rights of local communities. They added that both sides are committed to implementing the agreed measures.
The development marks the end of the recent unrest in the region, with both parties expressing hope for continued dialogue on forest-related matters.