# Nagaland to review border oil exploration, address landowner concerns 2026-08-10T19:14:52+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet The Nagaland government has said it will review oil exploration activities along the Assam border and address concerns of landowners and stakeholders. This follows demands from groups like the Central Nagaland Tribes Council (CNTC) for wider consultations before any operations begin. The state cabinet discussed the matter on August 6, with minister Temjen Imna Along stating all concerns would be addressed as a priority. The review comes after a tripartite MoU was signed on June 11 between the Centre, Assam and Nagaland to facilitate oil and gas exploration in the border areas. While the government describes the pact as an opportunity for economic development, civil society groups have sought detailed clarity on land ownership, compensation, and safeguards for indigenous communities. The cabinet also reviewed the Foothill Road project and the recent flood and landslide damage, pledging immediate relief to affected residents. ## Coverage - assamtribune.com Tags: Assam border, indigenous communities, land rights, MoU, Nagaland, oil exploration Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/nagaland-to-review-border-oil-exploration-address-landowner-concerns/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/nagaland-to-review-border-oil-exploration-address-landowner-concerns/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.