Dimapur, Aug. 15 -- Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Friday reaffirmed that resolving the Naga political issue remains the state government's top priority.

While addressing the 79th Independence Day celebration at the Nagaland Civil Secretariat in Kohima, Rio emphasised that the peace process continues to serve as "a symbol of hope." Furthermore, he asserted that the state government has actively facilitated dialogue among all stakeholders to secure a peaceful resolution to the longstanding issue.

In addition, Rio highlighted the recent progress made during the tripartite talks held in Delhi on July 23 between the Government of India, the Nagaland government, and the Eastern Nagaland People's Organisation (ENPO). He expressed conf...