Why is it in the news?
Tripartite agreement signed to establish FNTA for Eastern Nagaland.
Addresses long-standing demand for separate state by ENPO.
Category: Polity
Important Points:
● Agreement signed between Union Govt, Nagaland Govt and ENPO
● Covers six districts: Tuensang, Mon, Kiphire, Longleng, Noklak, Shamator
● ENPO demanded separate state since 2010
● FNTA granted executive and legislative powers over 46 subjects
● Mini-Secretariat to be established in region
● Headed by officer of Additional Chief Secretary/Principal Secretary rank
● Funds allocated proportional to population and area
● MHA to provide initial establishment expenditure
● Does not affect Article 371(A) protections
● Preserves Naga customary and land rights