Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has termed the signing of the tripartite MoU for ‘Mineral Oil Operations in the Assam-Nagaland boundary areas’ as a historic milestone.

 

Expressing gratitude to the Central Government, Mr Rio said its commitment to peace, stability, and development in the Northeast had made the agreement possible. He also thanked Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and the Government of Assam for their cooperation and goodwill.

 

Mr Rio said the MoU reflects the maturity of relations between Nagaland and Assam and their shared commitment to regional development. He noted that while unresolved border issues had hindered resource development for decades, the MoU provides a framework that will benefit both present and future generations.

 

He said the agreement will unlock the economic potential of Sectors A to F along the Assam-Nagaland border, enhancing economic activity, resource management, inter-state cooperation, and creating new opportunities for the people.

 

The Chief Minister added that the MoU marks a new era of brotherhood, collaboration, and shared prosperity between the two states.