Kohima: The Combined of Technical Association of Nagaland (CTAN) and Nagaland NET Qualified Forum (CTAN-NNQF) has announced the second phase of its agitation in the form of a slogan campaign, following the lapse of a one-week period since the expiry of its ultimatum to the state government.
The group had demanded the immediate requisition of 147 Assistant Professors and Librarian posts to the Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) Combined Educational Services Examination (CESE).
The ultimatum, which expires on May 28, 2025, also coincides with the submission of the High-Powered Committee (HPC) report.
CTAN and NNQF representatives Meshenlo Kath and Videkhono Yhokha informed through a release that on May 22, representatives of CTAN-NNQF had attempted to engage with the government on the issue but were informed that the Chief Secretary was out of station, preventing a direct meeting.
The group, however, expressed greater concern over what it described as the government’s “deafening silence” on the status of the requisition process.
CTAN-NNQF alleged that the government’s continued silence in the face of protests, representations, and a clear ultimatum has raised doubts about its intentions and commitment to due process.
The slogan campaign has been launched as a direct response to what the group terms the government’s reticence on requisition. CTAN-NNQF stated that the campaign is intended to raise public awareness of the issue, maintain pressure on the authorities, reflect the breadth of public frustration, and serve as a prelude to further escalation if necessary.
CTAN-NNQF reiterated its demand for the immediate requisition of the 147 posts and urged the government to end what it termed “obfuscation” and respond to public concerns.
Reaffirming its commitment to peaceful and democratic protest, the group maintained that it will continue to advocate for transparency and accountability in public recruitment processes.
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