Konyak civil society organisations (CSOs), have cautioned all the members of the Konyak community against the practice of sending domestic helpers to other districts or outside Nagaland.
This was among various resolutions adopted at the July 9 meeting held at KU hall at Mon.
KU president K. Yamao Konyak and general secretary Wango Konyak said the July 9, 2025 was jointly initiated by Konyak CSOs comprising of Konyak Union (KU), Konyak Nyupu Sheko Khong (KNSK), and Konyak Students Union (KSU).
The CSOs issued a stern directive against sending community members as domestic workers/helpers and reiterated that “this decisive stance” arose in response to the alarming rise in incidents related to child exploitation, abuse, and human trafficking associated with unsupervised and informal domestic employment arrangements.
They appealed to the community stakeholders, including village councils, women groups, student bodies, and church leaders, to remain vigilant and adopt preventive measures to curb such practices.
The Konyak CSOs also reminded the shared societal obligation of safeguarding the rights and welfare of children and warned that any agents facilitating domestic helper placement, as well as individuals found violating its directive would face legal consequences in accordance with prevailing laws.
The CSOs also urged the state authorities to enhance intensify awareness campaigns, particularly in rural and vulnerable communities.
Object to employee transfers without relievers: Konyak CSOs strongly opposed the “ongoing practice” of transferring government employees without assigning relievers and “arbitrary” attachment of staff to high ranking officials. The CSOs said such practices severely hampered public service delivery in Mon district.
The CSOs resolved to initiate surprise departmental inspections across government offices in Mon district. They warned that any employee found absent from duty without genuine or official justification would be reported to the responsible authorities for necessary disciplinary action.
The CSOs reaffirmed their commitment in upholding transparency, accountability, and the rule of law in public service.
The CSOs therefore, urged the responsible departments to ensure fair staff management practices, prevent misuse of administrative authority, and prioritize the needs of the people, especially in remote and backward regions like Mon.
Strengthen monitoring of developmental activities: Konyak CSOS reaffirmed a commitment to closely monitor all ongoing developmental activities within Mon district jurisdiction. The CSOs therefore, urged all responsible departments and executing agencies to adhere strictly to the approved detailed project reports (DPRs) and ensure the timely completion of works within the stipulated timeframes.
They cautioned that deviation from sanctioned plans or undue delay in execution would not be tolerated. CSOs also warned that appropriate action would be taken to uphold transparency, accountability, and quality assurance in developmental projects.
Reiterate on ‘War Against Drugs’: Konyak CSOs have reaffirmed their commitment to the “War Against Drugs,” a resolution unanimously adopted on September 4, 2019.
The CSOs expressed grave concern over the harmful effects of drug abuse and trafficking on individuals, families, and society at large. They have vowed to intensify efforts “to eliminate this threat from Konyak land.”
The CSOs therefore, urged all the village councils, student bodies, women organisations, and churches to actively participate in counselling and rehabilitating drug users.
The KU in particular, warned all individuals consuming drugs or peddling to immediately cease such activities or face severe consequences, including imprisonment. The union also appealed to the district law enforcement authorities to enhance vigilance and intensify monitoring at check gates to prevent the inflow of narcotics into the district.
The CSOs have reiterated their full support and solidarity with district administration and law enforcement authorities in their pursuit of public safety and justice. They called upon all stakeholders to work together to eradicate social evils and foster a peaceful, healthy, and progressive society.