Civil society organisations, Naga political groups and individuals from across the state and outside have expressed condolences at the demise of NSCN/GPRN president, S.S Khaplang who passed away on June 9 at NSCN/GPRN Council Headquarters Taka, Myanmar.
NPGN/NNC (NA): NPGN/NNC (NA) has expressed deep sorrow at the demise of NSCN (K) chairman S. S. Khaplang, the group through its MIP kilonser described late Khaplang as not only a dedicated patriot but the selfless torchbearer and a good stalwart of the Nagas who had sacrificed his entire life for the cause of sovereignty of the Nagas. NPGN/NNC (NA) stated that although Khaplang was no more his noble deed for the Nagas would never be erased from the history of Naga struggle for freedom and that the legacy he has left behind would ever be honoured. NPGN/NNC (NA) MIP stated that the collective leadership, all and file of the group pay homage and salute the departed leader. It has also extended heartfelt condolences to be bereaved family members and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
ERKSU: Eastern Region Khiamniungan Students’ Union (ERKSU) while expressing heartfelt condolences at the demise of late S.S Khaplang chairman recalled his unwavering and brave stand for the Naga freedom. ERKSU described him as a man who had loved his people. The union regretted the lost of great leader, who had inspired the younger generation and was a legend.
SPFDD: Sangtam Peoples Forum Dimapur District (SPFDD) has condoled the sudden demise of patriotic leader late S. S. Khaplang, who dedicated his whole life for the cause of the Nagas. A condolence note by SPFDD stated that the leader’s dedication would be remembered and his legacy would continue for generations to come. SPFDD has conveyed its condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
Further, SPFDD has also appealed to all sections and organisations to unite under the spirit of oneness and brotherhood and urged the political groups to respond to the cry of the people for peace. It expressed hope that all the groups would come under the umbrella of ceasefire and secession of hostilities.