Dimapur, June 12 (MExN): The Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) has condemned the killing of six Naga individuals, whose dismembered bodies were recovered by security forces in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on June 10.
“FNR denounces such gruesome and inhumane acts of violence,” the forum said in a statement. The deaths came just a day after a significant humanitarian gesture, when the United Naga Council (UNC), supported by its federating tribe units, ANSAM and the Naga Women Union, secured the release of 14 Kuki individuals in Senapati on June 9, “it marked a moment of deep commitment to peace and reconciliation.”
“Expectations were raised that this would be followed with a reciprocal act of releasing the six Nagas. Any such expectations were only met with grief,” the FNR said.
As a forum that believes in “values of justice,” it urged “the Government of Manipur to uphold the rule of law and ensure an impartial investigation for justice to be delivered at the earliest time.”
Extremely concerned by the spiraling cycle of violence, the forum appealed upon the Kuki and Naga leaders to end hostilities. “We call upon responsible Kuki and Naga leaders to immediately end the violence and forge a way where the root differences are identified and addressed through dialogue,” the FNR said.
It further extended condolences to the bereaved members and the community. “We weep and mourn with you in this hour of darkness. May the Crucified Christ grant us the resurrected hope.”
