22/09/2026
The Department of Political Science hosted a discussion session on “A Discourse on the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873: Understanding the Legal Foundations of Inner Line Permit (ILP)” at the GK Auditorium on September 16, 2026.
Key Highlights & Speakers
* Dr. Chubatola Aier (Principal Emeritus) opened the event by stressing the need to understand the historical and legal roots of contemporary institutions and warning against the potential misuse of colonial-era regulations.
* Dr. Moameren Pongen (Principal, C-Edge College) traced the history of the 1873 regulation, focusing on indigenous rights, migration controls, and balancing development with local interests.
* Ms. Duvolu Rhakho (HoD, Political Science) analyzed the constitutional aspects of the ILP, specifically referencing Articles 19(5) and 371A.
* Social & Student Viewpoints were shared by Mr. Solunto (Asst GS-CECSF) and Ms. Tiawala (BA V Semester).
* Er. Moa Aier (President, C-Edge College) concluded by linking the ILP to Nagaland’s unique status under Article 371A. He urged that the ILP be protected and used as a tool for positive development, stating, “Nagaland could use the ILP to make visitors welcomed rather than discouraged.”