Dimapur, Oct. 21 -- Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Wednesday called for an inclusive and acceptable solution to the decades-old Naga political issue, urging all negotiating parties to demonstrate sincerity in addressing the aspirations of the Naga people.

Addressing a programme marking the 64th Foundation Day of the ruling Naga People's Front (NPF) in Kohima, Rio said the issue remains central to the party's agenda. He stressed that lasting peace is essential for development, economic growth, investment and employment generation.

Although the NPF is not a negotiating party in the ongoing dialogue between the Centre and Naga political groups, Rio, who is also the party president, said the party could play a facilitating role by b...