Dimapur, June 15 (MExN): Several Dimapur-based tribal youth bodies have submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister of Nagaland, through the Deputy Commissioner of Dimapur, seeking urgent intervention with the Governments of Manipur and India to ensure justice for the six Naga civilians who were abducted and killed in Manipur.
In the memorandum, the organisations expressed profound grief and anguish over the abduction, alleged torture, killing and mutilation of the six victims, describing the incident as a barbaric act that had shocked the conscience of the Naga people and all peace-loving citizens.
The youth bodies said the incident had heightened fear and insecurity among Naga communities and called for a comprehensive, impartial and time-bound investigation to establish the truth and bring all those responsible to justice.
Referring to the prolonged unrest in Manipur, the memorandum stated that innocent civilians had become victims of the ongoing conflict and stressed that such violence had no place in a civilised society. It also recalled the release of 14 Kuki captives by Naga groups following appeals from civil society organisations and church bodies, describing it as an example of the Naga community's commitment to peace and reconciliation.
The organisations appreciated the Nagaland Chief Minister's earlier appeals for peace and dialogue but said the subsequent recovery of the bodies of the six victims had raised serious concerns over the safety and security of Naga civilians in conflict-affected areas.
They further alleged that despite statements by surviving individuals implicating villagers of Leilon Vaiphei and Kuki militants in the abduction, the perpetrators had not been brought to justice and called for accountability without fear or favour.
The memorandum urged the Nagaland government to impress upon the Governments of Manipur and India the need for a fair and expeditious investigation, identification and prosecution of all those responsible, accountability for any lapses, enhanced protection for vulnerable Naga communities, and stronger border monitoring to prevent the movement of anti-social and armed elements into Nagaland.
It also appealed to ensure that no individual or group involved in violence in Manipur is provided shelter or logistical support within Nagaland and called for heightened vigilance by law enforcement agencies to preserve peace and communal harmony.
Expressing concern over the alleged partisan conduct of certain central security forces operating in Manipur, the organisations urged the authorities to ensure that all security personnel discharge their duties with impartiality and professionalism and take action against any instance of bias or misconduct.
The memorandum concluded by stating that while compensation could provide temporary relief to bereaved families, true justice would only be achieved when those responsible for the killings are brought to book, adding that the Naga people remain united in their commitment to peace, justice and the protection of their communities.
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