Historic Move: Leaders Sign Pact to Form United North East Entity

In a landmark development signaling a potential seismic shift in regional politics, prominent political leaders from across India’s North East region have formally agreed to join forces to create a singular, unified political platform. The agreement, titled “JOINT STATEMENT – ONE NORTH EAST,” was signed in New Delhi today, with the declared aim of forming a “united singular political entity” that truly represents the aspirations of the region’s diverse populations.

The initiative is spearheaded by leaders representing various political backgrounds, uniting under the banner of regional collective identity. The statement emphasizes that for too long, the younger generation of leaders has voiced the region’s concerns across fragmented political platforms, and the time has come to channel that collective energy into one voice. This is viewed by observers as a crucial effort to consolidate the North East’s influence on the national political stage.

The Rationale Behind the United North East Entity

The joint statement outlines the fundamental rationale and core principles guiding the formation of this new political structure. The leaders stated their strength lies in unity and that the resolution stems from a desire to carry forward the ideals of their predecessors under a shared vision for the future. The initiative focuses on ending political fragmentation and maximizing the representation of the indigenous people of the region.

Key aspirations and resolutions detailed in the statement include:

• Formation of a Singular Political Entity: The primary objective is the creation of a united singular political entity, transcending state lines, to collectively voice the interests of the entire North East.
• A Shared Vision for the Future: The leaders have resolved to move forward under a common, shared vision for the political identity and development of the land and its people.
• Empowering the Collective Voice: The move is intended to give the people of the North East a collective and powerful voice in national discourse.
• Guiding Principle of Representation: The effort is guided by the simple conviction that the people of the region deserve to be heard, respected, and represented through a strong, unified, and indigenous political voice at the national level.
• Commitment to Unity: A pledge to build a stronger, more united North East through continued collaboration and commitment.

Next Steps for the United North East Entity

The statement confirms that today’s announcement is merely the first step toward building the common platform. To move the initiative forward, the signatories have resolved to constitute a high-level committee.

The role of this newly established committee will be to:

• Deliberate on the future course of action for the unified movement.
• Determine the necessary modalities for the structure.
• Define the final structure of the proposed political entity.

This measured approach suggests the leaders are keen to ensure that the eventual platform is built on a solid, mutually agreed-upon foundation that respects the diverse political realities of the seven sister states and Sikkim. The formation of the committee is a clear indication that the process of translating this aspiration into a concrete political structure is now officially underway. The concept of a United North East Entity is not merely a political slogan but a tangible project.

Key Signatories Driving the United North East Entity

The gravitas of the announcement is significantly bolstered by the caliber of the leaders who have put their names to the joint statement. The signatories represent a broad spectrum of the region’s political landscape, signifying a wide-ranging consensus on the need for unity.

The joint statement was signed by:

• Shri Conrad K. Sangma: Current Chief Minister of Meghalaya and National President of the National People’s Party (NPP). His involvement provides the initiative with substantial organizational and administrative weight.
• Shri Pradyot Bikram Manikya: Founder of the TIPRA Motha Party, a highly influential voice particularly in Tripura, known for his strong advocacy for indigenous rights.
• Shri Shri Mmhonlumo Kikon: Former BJP National Spokesperson and Minister in the Government of Nagaland, adding experience from national politics and from the heart of the Naga political milieu.
• Shri Daniel Langthasa: Founder of the People’s Party, Assam, representing the crucial state of Assam and contributing to the goal of regional amalgamation.

The coming together of leaders from ruling parties, established regional forces, and newer movements underlines the collective will to pursue this ambitious vision. While the path to creating a fully functional United North East Entity will undoubtedly face challenges, this joint declaration on November 4, 2025, marks a historic commitment to collective destiny and regional self-determination at the highest level. The political landscape of the North East is poised for an unprecedented transformation as these leaders work towards a unified future.