Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority:
The Union Government, Nagaland State Government, and the Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation (ENPO) have signed a historic tripartite agreement to establish the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA), aimed at fulfilling the political and developmental aspirations of Eastern Nagaland.This marks one of 12 important agreements signed in the Northeast since 2019, contributing to a dispute-free region.ENPO (apex body representing eight recognised Naga tribes of the six eastern districts of Nagaland) had been demanding a separate state since 2010, citing prolonged neglect, lack of development, and socio-economic backwardness compared to the rest of the state.Instead of dividing the state, the Centre proposed the FNTA to provide financial autonomy and enhanced decision-making while keeping the geographical integrity of Nagaland intact.The FNTA covers six eastern districts of Nagaland (Tuensang, Mon, Kiphire, Longleng, Noklak, Shamator).
