Imphal, Sept. 20 -- Several Naga student organisations have criticised the reported obstruction of a Naga Students' Federation (NSF) delegation by personnel of the 39th Assam Rifles at the Avangkhu Checkgate in Nagaland's Meluri district on September 19.

According to the organisations, the NSF representatives were stopped from crossing into Myanmar despite carrying reference letters for a scheduled cultural exchange intended to strengthen ties between communities on both sides of the border.

The All Zeliangrong Students' Union (AM) acknowledged the security concerns associated with the international border but said preventing a peaceful civilian delegation from proceeding should be accompanied by a clear explanation.

The Pochury Studen...