DIMAPUR, OCT 11 (NPN): Various organizations and legislators have appealed for peace, restraint and communal harmony amid tensions between the Yimkhiung and Tikhir communities.
YTC: Yimkhiung Tribal Council (YTC), in a public notice, directed all members of the public within its jurisdiction to maintain peace and refrain from violence, destruction or damage to houses within Yimkhiung jurisdiction. It warned that any individual found violating the directive would face punitive action.
YTC said cooperation of all concerned is earnestly sought to maintain peace, protect lives and property, and preserve a peaceful atmosphere within Yimkhiung jurisdiction.
NTHCC: Nagaland Tribal Hohos Coordination Committee (NTHCC) has appealed to the Yimkhiung and Tikhir communities to exercise restraint and resolve their differences amicably following the recent outbreak of violence in Shamator and Kiphire districts.
In a statement, NTHCC convenor Thejao Vihienuo and secretary Dr Vihuto Asumi expressed deep concern over the situation and urged tribal leaders, village authorities and civil society organisations of both communities to prevail upon their respective people to maintain peace and prevent further escalation.
The committee said differences and misunderstandings should be addressed through mutual understanding, constructive engagement and dialogue, adding that no dispute should lead to further loss of lives, destruction of property or lasting bitterness.
NTHCC called upon the Nagaland government to intervene without delay, ensure the safety and security of residents in the affected areas and take necessary measures to restore normalcy.
It also urged the state government to effectively implement existing modalities and establish clear mechanisms, in consultation with concerned tribal bodies and village authorities, to address disputes and prevent misunderstandings in villages inhabited by both communities.
Emphasising the need for timely intervention and mutual consultation, the committee appealed to both communities to demonstrate wisdom, maturity and responsible leadership, stating that the protection of innocent lives and preservation of peace must take precedence over differences.
CKS: Chang Khulei Setshang (CKS) appealed to citizens of both tribes and Eastern Nagaland in general to exercise restraint, uphold brotherhood and mutual respect, and resolve the issue through peaceful means and established channels of dialogue. It urged responsible citizens to help restore normalcy.
CKS appealed to the leadership of both the Yimkhiung and Tikhir communities to address the issue through peaceful means and established channels of dialogue, while making every effort to prevent further escalation. It also urged citizens to act responsibly and contribute towards restoring normalcy at the earliest in the interest of peace, rebuilding trust and communal harmony.
Kiusumew: Advisor for Fire & Emergency Services, Home Guard & Civil Defence, and Relief & Rehabilitation, S. Kiusumew, has appealed to the Yimkhiung and Tikhir communities to maintain peace, harmony and tranquillity in the interest of brotherhood and peaceful coexistence.
Kiusumew said the two communities were bound by shared history, culture and tradition and had coexisted peacefully since time immemorial. He stated that violence could never resolve any problem but would only cause suffering, create hatred and hamper peace and developmental activities in the region.
He urged tribal leaders, elders, frontal organisations, youth and student leaders of both communities to exercise restraint, shun all forms of violence and resolve differences through peaceful dialogue and mutual understanding.
Kiusumew called on both communities to uphold and strengthen their age-old bond of brotherhood and work collectively towards restoring lasting peace, harmony and tranquillity.
Kipili: Chairman of Kiphire DPDB and MLA, C. Kipili Sangtam, has expressed shock over the incidents in Longtsunger, Zaonger, Pokphur and Pungro town under Pungro sub-division on October 10, 2026, which resulted in the loss of innocent lives and destruction of property.
Sensing the gravity of the prevailing situation, he appealed to tribal leaders and the general public to refrain from further violence and bloodshed and urged them to mediate and resolve the issue through mutual understanding and peaceful means to uphold peaceful coexistence between the two communities.
KU: Konyak Union (KU) appealed to the Yimkhiung and Tikhir communities to shun violence and restore peace, reminding both sides to uphold the ENPO resolution adopted on December 18, 2007, which prohibits bloodshed and violence within Eastern Nagaland’s jurisdiction.
KU said no problem was impossible to solve when leaders came together through dialogue and peaceful means. It stressed that the present period was crucial for Eastern Nagaland and required unity, brotherhood and internal harmony to achieve common goals. The union urged both communities to restore normalcy at the earliest and ensure peaceful coexistence.
ENSF: Eastern Naga Students’ Federation (ENSF) has condemned the violence reported on October 10 between the Yimkhiung and Tikhir communities and appealed to both sides to exercise restraint and refrain from retaliatory actions.
In an appeal, ENSF vice president Pusho P and secretary Atoy M Phom urged its two federating units, Yimkhiung Akherü Arihako (YAA) and Tikhir Students’ Union (TSU), to avoid any activities that could further escalate tensions and demonstrate responsible leadership by advocating a peaceful resolution through negotiation, cooperation and constructive dialogue.
The federation maintained that violence could never resolve disputes, but only deepen divisions and create lasting bitterness between communities. It urged both sides to rise above confrontation and work towards a settlement that safeguarded their dignity, unity and peaceful coexistence.
ENSF also appealed to YAA and TSU to uphold the Christian spirit of love, forgiveness and reconciliation, stressing that the future of the people and unity of Eastern Nagas should not be compromised by violence. It further called upon both organisations to extend full cooperation to the respective tribal councils and community leaders in restoring normalcy and ensuring lasting peace.
ESH: Eastern Sumi Hoho (ESH) expressed deep concern over the prevailing situation involving the Yimkhiung and Tikhir communities and appealed to both tribal councils to exercise restraint, stop all forms of violence and resolve the matter through peaceful dialogue and mutual understanding.
It urged leaders, elders and youth of both tribes to reject violence and revenge and work towards restoring peace before more lives and relationships were lost.
ESH called for unity, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence, expressing hope that the wisdom and leadership of both tribal councils would bring an immediate end to violence and pave the way for an amicable and lasting resolution.
Stating that no dispute was worth the loss of innocent lives, ESH appealed to all concerned to reject hatred and revenge and work towards an early restoration of peace and normalcy.
USSC: United Sangtam Students’ Conference (USSC) expressed shock and concern over the incidents at Longtsunger, Zaonger, Pokphur village and Pungro town involving the Tikhir and Yimkhiung communities.
USSC executive chairman Aketo V Sangtam and executive secretary L. Khumcholiba Sangtam said violence and disunity hindered the collective progress and prosperity of the people, stressing that differences should be resolved through dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful negotiations.
It appealed to leaders and members of both communities to exercise restraint and work collectively towards an acceptable and lasting solution, emphasising that peaceful coexistence required mutual respect, understanding and wisdom.
USSC also urged all parties and individuals to refrain from activities that could disturb peace in Kiphire town and its jurisdiction or create an unwanted law and order situation.
It reiterated its appeal to both communities to refrain from violence and uphold the values of humanity, peace and brotherhood.
USSC also conveyed its condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for strength and comfort during this difficult time, as well as the speedy recovery of all those injured. It appealed for peace, brotherhood and humanity to prevail.
GPRN/NSCN (U): GPRN/NSCN (Unification) kilonser, ministry of kilo affairs, Huvito Yepthomi, has expressed shock over the incident involving the Yimkhiung and Tikhir tribes, which reportedly resulted in destruction of properties belonging to both communities and the loss of one life.
In a statement issued through its MIP, Yepthomi termed the incident regrettable and unwarranted, particularly when the Naga people were striving for peace and an honourable, lasting settlement of the Indo-Naga political problem.
He appealed to both communities to exercise restraint, refrain from retaliatory actions and avoid any conduct that could aggravate the situation. He urged all concerned to act with maturity and a spirit of reconciliation to prevent further escalation and preserve Naga brotherhood.
Invoking the Christian principle of “Nagaland for Christ”, Yepthomi called on both communities to uphold forgiveness, compassion and peaceful coexistence, and resolve differences through mutual understanding, constructive dialogue and established customary mechanisms rather than confrontation or violence.
He also appealed to national workers belonging to both tribes to maintain strict neutrality, exercise responsible judgement and refrain from actions that could undermine peace or deepen divisions.
He stressed that their impartiality and commitment to peace were essential to fostering mutual trust and unity and preserving peaceful coexistence between the Yimkhiung and Tikhir communities.
ENPUK: Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Union Kohima (ENPUK) has condemned the violence reported in Kiphire on October 10, 2026, in which one person was killed and several houses were torched.
In a statement, ENPUK president N. Toshi Chang said such acts of violence had no place in a civilised society and undermined the long-cherished aspirations for peace and unity in Eastern Nagaland.
Referring to the ENPO resolution declaring Eastern Nagaland a Peace Zone on December 18, 2019, ENPUK stated that the pledge prohibited bloodshed, arson, threats and intimidation against citizens within or outside its jurisdiction. It said differences and misunderstandings should be resolved through dialogue and customary law, with disputes confined to the parties involved and settled peacefully.
ENPUK appealed to all concerned individuals, groups and village communities to honour and strictly adhere to the ENPO resolution, exercise restraint, maintain peace and refrain from retaliation to prevent further escalation.
It cautioned that violence would derail the collective pursuit of justice and development through the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA).
ENPUK also conveyed its deepest condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured and the well-being of all displaced families.
KDCC: Kiphire District Congress Committee (KDCC) has appealed to the Yimkhiung and Tikhir communities to exercise restraint, refrain from actions that could escalate the situation and uphold the spirit of brotherhood, unity and mutual respect.
KDCC said differences and misunderstandings should be resolved through peaceful discussion, mutual understanding and the intervention of responsible leaders rather than confrontation or violence.
It urged community leaders, civil society organisations, youth bodies and concerned citizens to act responsibly, maintain calm and discourage rumours, provocation and activities that could disturb peace and public order.
KDCC also appealed to both communities to prioritise the safety and well-being of the people, protect their relationship and work together towards a peaceful and lasting resolution.
Stating that peace was a strength, unity a responsibility and brotherhood a shared heritage, the KDCC reiterated its commitment to peace, justice, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence.