SaralnamaThuingaleng Muivah, 91, leader of the Naga insurgency, returned to his native village Somdal in Manipur's Ukhrul. He landed by chopper at 3 pm, greeted by supporters waving Naga flags. Muivah, who joined the Naga National Council in 1964, hasn't visited his village in over 50 years. He attended a reception at Ukhrul district headquarters where his deputy spoke on his behalf. Muivah stressed the need for a Naga flag and constitution in any political settlement. The village prepared for a month for his week-long visit, building a helipad and erecting a statue. Locals, both young and old, welcomed him as a hero and inspiration. To visit Somdal, take permission from local authorities and respect community guidelines. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 22:50 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Thuingaleng Muivah, 91, leader of the Naga insurgency, returned to his native village Somdal in Manipur's Ukhrul on 25 Oct 2023
- He landed by chopper at 3:25 pm, greeted by supporters waving Naga flags
- Muivah, who joined the Naga National Council in 1964, hasn't visited his village in over 50 years