To streamline the transfer and posting of police officers in Nagaland, Deputy Chief Minister Yathungo Patton has issued a stern warning to Members of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly (MLAs). Patton, who is also the Minister-in-Charge for Home and Border Affairs, has announced that he will no longer entertain personal requests from MLAs regarding the transfers and postings of police officers or personnel.
This decision comes in response to concerns raised by MLA Kuzholuzo Nienu during the zero-hour discussion on the concluding day of the Fifth Session of the Fourteenth Nagaland Legislative Assembly. Nienu highlighted the non-implementation of tribal composition in police postings and transfers, emphasizing that this issue is critical for maintaining peace and order in the state. He pointed out that the situation in Manipur serves as a wake-up call, necessitating immediate corrective actions.
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Nienu stressed that failure to implement tribal composition in police postings could lead to potential mutiny and consequences even worse than those seen in Manipur. He also expressed disappointment over the lack of a transfer policy in the state and urged the Home Department to formulate one. The MLA noted that each district is primarily influenced by its respective tribes, underscoring the urgent need for action in this regard.
Patton acknowledged that there is currently no policy for transfers and postings but assured everyone that efforts are being made to manage these issues. He explained that for the past five to six years, the Department has been working hard to improve the system but ongoing problems are partly caused by personal requests from MLAs. The Deputy Chief Minister appealed to his fellow Members not to bring these matters up with him in the future.
