CNI News

March 27, 2026

On March 25, 2026, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang/Yung Aung (NSCN-K/YA) attacked Assam Rifles troops who were providing security for the construction of the Indo-Myanmar border fence.

The NSCN-K/YA released a statement claiming that three members of the Assam Rifles were killed during the attack.

Regarding the incident, the NSCN-YA stated:

"Despite strong opposition from Naga people on both sides of the border, India has ignored these concerns and continues its unlawful construction work. This is a clear crime committed by India against the Naga people, showing a total disregard for the fundamental principles of international law and humanitarian law."

The group further declared that the border fencing project is a "colonial project" and that they will reject and oppose it by any means necessary.

Objective: The NSCN-K/YA is an armed revolutionary group aiming to unite Naga people living in both Myanmar and India to establish an independent Naga state.

Operations: Their central headquarters is located within the Naga Self-Administered Zone in Upper Sagaing Region, Myanmar, while they also maintain military bases within India to wage an insurgency against the Indian government.

Diplomatic Context: Consequently, the Indian government has been urging the Myanmar military and government not to harbor Naga and Kathe (Meitei) armed groups. Both nations continue to hold discussions on cooperating for stability and peace along the shared border.