DIMAPUR: Konyak Union (KU) and the All Tai Ahom Students’ Union (ATASU) held a joint meeting at Sivasagar, Assam, on August 22, 2026 to deliberate on the longstanding relationship between the Konyak and Tai Ahom communities and to discuss prevailing social, economic, environmental and other key issues.
The meeting reaffirmed the historical, cultural and fraternal ties shared by the two communities and emphasised the importance of mutual respect, understanding and peaceful coexistence.
After thorough deliberation, the house unanimously resolved that any matter relating to border issues or other concerns between the communities shall be addressed through mutual dialogue between KU and ATASU, without involving any third party organisation.
Expressing concern over recent landslides and floods in Mon district, Nagaland, and parts of Assam, the meeting resolved to appeal to both governments to undertake scientific and technical assessments of the causes and contributing factors. It stressed the need for preventive measures, scientific planning and long term environmental management to minimise future risks.
Further, recognising the importance of maintaining peace and preventing misunderstandings, the meeting resolved to constitute a Peace Committee comprising representatives of the concerned organisations. The committee will work towards maintaining communication, promoting mutual understanding and facilitating peaceful resolution of issues.
The meeting was attended by representatives of ATASU Sivasagar District Committee, ATASU Charaideo District Committee, ATASU Women’s Councils of Sivasagar and Charaideo, along with Konyak Union HQ Mon, Konyak Students’ Union HQ Mon, and Konyak Mother Association HQ Mon.
Both KU and ATASU reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen friendship, brotherhood and mutual respect, while working together for peace, harmony and sustainable development in the region.
