National Security Conversations

Dr. Happymon Jacob speaks with Gopal Krishna Pillai [India’s former Home Secretary (2009 – 2011)] about a range of issues that constitute the Naga question, or the Naga quest for greater autonomy. He provides a historical overview of the Naga issue, the unilateral declaration of independence, the Indian state’s response, the insurgency and the many efforts at peace that have been made. Mr. Pillai highlights the many factions within the Naga movement, delineating their respective positions and demands. Mr. Pillai explains what he thinks of the 2015 framework agreement and the progress that has been made since then.