Imphal, May 14 -- The Government of the People's Republic of Nagalim (GPRN), the political wing of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM), has welcomed the upcoming fifth edition of the Shirui Lily Festival, scheduled from May 20 to 24, 2025, in Ukhrul district, Manipur.

The NSCN (IM), currently engaged in peace talks with the Indian government, shared its message of support through an official press release issued on Wednesday.

In the statement, NSCN (IM) conveyed its goodwill toward the festival and commended its aim of promoting environmental awareness and sustainable tourism in the eastern region.

The group also warned that it would not tolerate any attempts to disrupt tourism or target specific communities during the...