[Justinian the Mighty]

North India Declares Independence!

Citizens of New Delhi held a parade today to celebrate the peaceful independence of the Indian colonies from Slavorussian rule. The Indian National Assembly petitioned the Imperial government several weeks ago. A bill was drawn up in parliament recognizing the colony as a sovereign nation. The bill was widely accepted by His Majesty Justinian I, the Prime Minister and members of parliament. After a long and heated debate between the traditionalist and liberal members of parliament the bill finally came to a vote.

The Indian territories now have to deal the pros and the cons of independence. Slavorussia has already begun the process of withdrawing troops from the new country, expecting to withdraw 5,000 soldiers by the end of the week. Now the North Indian Defensive Force will be fully responsible for the defense of the new country. Slavorussia however will maintain a small military force in the country and will continue to operate several military air and naval bases.

The Colonial government will act as the interim government until successful elections can be held. Governor Nikov says “today is a bittersweet day for me and my family and those of my administration. We worked side by side with the people to secure independence, and the time has finally come.” The Governor says he will not be seeking election to public office, and will probably return to Slavorussia fallowing the transfer of power to a more permanent government.

[Curristan]

The Republic Of Colstream officialy recognizes the new North Indian Government

[JEDCJT]

The eyes of Constantinople settled on this for a brief moment before looking away.

In other words, Byzantium has no comments regarding this.

[Justinian the Mighty]

ooc: just a few more things. If anyone wants to reroll their nation or a new player wants to claim part of India they can contact me. I'll have a few conditions and questions for anyone who wants to establish a new nation there.

[Voodoo Nova]

President Nova: I commend Slavorussia for their allowance of an independent North India. I wish both nations luck as they transition into this change.

[KaiserMelech Mikhail]

We welcome our new neighbor, and hope that diplomatic relations will be established quickly.

[Subtleknifewielder]

Promised Land is delighted at this peaceful transition toward full independence.

We point to this as we say, "look on this example, those who label themselves as revolutionaries. Independence does not have to come at the cost of blood."

[Ranather]

Neo Franzharia commends North India on seeking peace to gain freedom, but other than that has no finite opinions on the matter.

[Sir Keshav IV]

OOC: Interesting pic. I would say our RD parade in New Delhi. Cant wait to see whats in store this year. Just 2 more days

IC: We recognize North India as a nation.

[steodonn]

Dun Carrig wishes the new country well