The ENPO, representing seven Naga tribes in the region, has steadfastly pressed for a separate state since 2010, citing prolonged neglect of six districts in eastern Nagaland.

During the final phase of Lok Sabha polls in Madhya Pradesh, villages in Shajapur boycotted voting due to lack of development, citing absence of Narmada Project benefits and road connectivity. Villagers demand resolution of grievances before casting votes, highlighting issues of transportation and education access.

In the early morning of May 13, Maoists cut down trees at two places on the main rural road between Chhotanagra police station of Saranda forest and Hatnaburu-Marangponga under Digha Panchayat.