12/04/2026
ILP Checking Drive Intensified
Following the Assembly elections in the neighbouring state of Assam and the bye-election in Mokokchung, the Police intensified Inner Line Permit (ILP) checking across districts to regulate movement of people and ensure strict compliance with ILP regulations.
During the drive, a total of 777 ILPs were checked across six districts sharing borders with Assam on 10th April 2026. 436 ILP defaulters were detected. The drive continued on 11th April 2026, where in 1217 ILPs were checked and 208 defaulters were detected. Action has been taken against the defaulters as per law and the cases were forwarded to district administration for necessary action.
The intensified checking was undertaken as a post-poll preventive measure to regulate the illegal movement of non-indigenous persons and to maintain law and order.
District Police units have been directed to continue regular ILP checks in coordination with the district administration to ensure full compliance with ILP provisions.
(Nagaland Police Press Release)