A landmark peace accord was signed between the government and National Socialist Council of Nagaland-IM here on Monday.
The accord was inked in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Rajnath Singh. National Security Adviser Ajit Doval was also present.
NSCN-IM leader T. Muivah, who signed the pact, described it as a momentous occasion.
In his brief comments, he praised Mahatma Gandhi who, he said, had understood and respected the Nagas.
He lauded the "visionary leadership" of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.