The Nagaland government is preparing to convene a security coordination meeting to address the growing concerns over extortion, particularly in Dimapur. Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Yanthungo Patton announced that the meeting would take place before November 10. The decision comes amid concerns over law and order in the state, with official records showing 1,400 cognisable offences registered by Nagaland Police in 2025.
The crime statistics also highlight concerns over drug trafficking, illegal arms and activities involving different Naga political factions. Meanwhile, the government is awaiting a Special Investigation Team (SIT) report into allegations that more than 1,000 government employees were receiving double salaries or salaries alongside pensions.
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Key Facts: Nagaland Security Meeting and Crime Statistics
- State: Nagaland.
- Main issue: Extortion, particularly in Dimapur.
- Announcement: Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton.
- Meeting schedule: Before November 10, as announced on October 2.
- Total cognisable offences: 1,400 registered in 2025.
- Murder cases: 14.
- Arms Act cases: 54.
- Drug-related cases: 158 under the NDPS Act.
- Drug seizures: Estimated value exceeded ₹52.21 crore.
- SIT investigation: Allegations involving more than 1,000 government employees and suspected double salary or pension payments.
Government Plans Security Coordination Meeting Over Extortion
Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton announced the proposed security meeting on October 2 while speaking to reporters in Kohima.
He made the announcement on the sidelines of the inauguration of the 10th edition of the Captain Late Kenguruse Memorial Football Tournament at Indira Gandhi Stadium.
Patton said the government would organise the meeting before November 10, bringing attention to the issue of extortion and the need for stronger security coordination.
Dimapur remains a particular concern, as the government seeks to address extortion-related activities and improve the overall law-and-order situation.
Nagaland Records 1,400 Cognisable Offences in 2025
According to the Home Department’s Annual Administrative Report 2025-26, Nagaland Police registered 1,400 cognisable offences during 2025.
Of these, 1,003 cases were registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), while 397 cases fell under Special and Local Laws (SLL).
The report also recorded 14 murder cases and 54 cases under the Arms Act during the year.
Additionally, police registered 100 cases against different Naga political factions and arrested 160 cadres belonging to various factions.
Arms and Ammunition Seized During Security Operations
Security forces recovered significant quantities of weapons and ammunition during operations in 2025.
According to the official report, the seizures included:
- 50 firearms.
- 1,432 rounds of ammunition.
- 85 magazines.
These figures highlight the continuing security challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in the state.
Drug Trafficking Remains a Major Concern
Drug-related offences also featured prominently in the Home Department’s report. Nagaland Police registered 158 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act in 2025.
The reported seizures included approximately 576 kg of ganja, 20 kg of opium, 13 kg of heroin/shanflower and 10 kg of brown sugar/heroin.
Authorities also seized 1,04,470 units of synthetic drugs and 3,232.5 bottles of cough syrup.
The estimated value of the seized substances exceeded ₹52.21 crore, highlighting the scale of the drug-related challenge in Nagaland.
Furthermore, 18 people were booked under the National Security Act (NSA), while another 18 accused were booked under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PITNDPS) Act.
Government Awaits SIT Report on Alleged Double Salaries
Separately, Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton said the state government was awaiting the findings of a Special Investigation Team constituted to investigate alleged irregularities involving government employees.
The SIT is probing allegations that more than 1,000 government employees were drawing double salaries or receiving salaries alongside pensions.
Patton had previously raised the issue in the Nagaland Legislative Assembly. However, he did not provide further details about the investigation’s progress.
The government is now waiting for the SIT report before deciding on further action.
Questions and Answers (FAQs)
1. Why is the Nagaland government organising a security coordination meeting?
The meeting aims to address extortion activities and improve security coordination, particularly in Dimapur.
2. Who announced the proposed meeting?
Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Yanthungo Patton announced the meeting on October 2.
3. How many cognisable offences were registered in Nagaland in 2025?
Nagaland Police registered 1,400 cognisable offences, according to the Home Department’s Annual Administrative Report 2025-26.
4. How much were the seized drugs worth?
The estimated value of the seized narcotic substances exceeded ₹52.21 crore.
5. What is the SIT investigating?
The SIT is investigating allegations that more than 1,000 government employees received double salaries or salaries alongside pensions.
Location Context: Why Dimapur Matters
Dimapur is one of Nagaland’s major commercial and transportation centres, making its security situation important for businesses, residents and regional connectivity. Tackling extortion and strengthening law enforcement in Dimapur could have wider implications for public safety and economic activities across Nagaland and Northeast India.