Ukhrul (Manipur), Oct 22 (PTI) Naga national flag and its constitution are non-negotiable and any agreement signed by the central government with Naga factions other than NSCN (IM) is not recognised, the separatist group said on Wednesday.

The statement was made by veteran NSCN(IM) leader VS Atem during a programme in Manipur's Ukhrul to welcome the outfit’s general secretary, Thuingaleng Muivah, to his home district.

When contacted, there was no immediate reaction from central government officials.

Reading out a message from Muivah, who was too frail to speak, Atem said, "It is a moment of great joy for me to be with you today. My revolutionary journey began six decades ago here in 1964..

On Muivah’s behalf, Atem thanked God for allowing the NSCN(IM) leader to return to his birthplace

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