Various organisations have condemned the killings of three persons on March 22 along Dimapur-Peren border area by some assailants.
LHD: Lotha Hoho Dimapur (LHD) has condemned the killing of the three innocent persons stating that the heinous act underscored “the urgent need for strong resolution to reject all acts of terrorism and to unite in the face of this shared and growing threat.” LHD general secretary W Rainbow Ngullie called upon law enforcing agencies to conduct proper investigation and bring those responsible to justice. Further, LHD conveyed its condolences to the bereaved family members and urged the government to enforce “effective legislation and restrictive measures with sincere commitment to ensure protection of democratic values and safety of citizens”.
ASTD: Ao Senso Telongjem Dimapur (ASTD) in a condemnation note through its president stated that “when Nagas are seeking for peace and tranquillity to prevail in the state, this kind of human act disturbs the whole society.” ASTD urged upon the government in power to book the culprits at the earliest and grant justice before it proliferates beyond control. Further ASTD conveyed its condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed for their soul to rest in peace.
AYO: Angami Youth Organisation (AYO) has expressed anguish over the March 22 incident where three precious lives were lost. AYO president Kekhrie Pfukha and press secretary Sedevikho Angami said the horrific incident has shocked the entire Naga people and alleged that the heinous act was “perpetrated by senseless, armed and trained intruders numbering around 30-40 who pumped bullets on the three innocent villagers, also indulging in the sadistic madness of dismembering and even burning the death bodies.” It alleged that the intent of the “barbaric act was evidently clear and pre-planned since handwritten notes were left at the site.”
While stating that disputes and altercations exists between all sections of people, AYO said such inhumane and diabolical approach chosen by the merciless killers was outrightly unacceptable and calls for immediate retribution from the law enforcers.
It claimed that as per information and gathered evidences, “arms and weapons meant for the cause of Naga national cause were used to kill our own, which throws aspersions on the principles and stand of the group and their commitment to the Naga struggle itself.”
While the protracted Naga movement finally at a crucial stage of settlement, AYO said this horrific incident has revealed the true colour of those handful of goons with their sinister agenda to further their own selfish motives using weapons procured from the blood and sweat of Naga people.
Condemning the despicable actions of such nefarious persons, AYO urged Nagas “to be wary and not nurture such evil entities, using violence and intimidation for their personal gain while creating irreparable divisions within the Naga family”. It must be ensured that the entire Naga people shut their doors on these evil people, AYO added. AYO said it was “unfortunate that the term ‘no man’s land’ is being used conveniently to justify the disputation and the killings of innocents”. It said that all the Naga territories or lands have a legitimate and ancestral owner. “Every Naga community knows and accepts that to be true; likewise, the Zeliang community is the sole ancestral owner of Peren district, and they have shared ancestral and traditional boundary with the Angamis since time immemorial,” it said.
“No community have the ancestral right over Lamhainamdi other than the Zeliang community, and AYO acknowledges this to be true,” it added. AYO therefore urged the government to take all necessary measures in ensuring justice and apprehend the anti-social elements at the earliest. Further, AYO conveyed condolences to the bereaved family members and said that AYO stands and assures full cooperation with the bereaved members and the entire Zeliang community at this sorrowful time
ASUD: Ao Students’ Union Dimapur (ASUD) has vehemently condemned the murder of the three persons and assured its full support.
ASUD through its president Moayanger Jamir and general secretary Aoneken Walling urged the concerned authority to leave no stone unturned in identifying and booking the culprits at the earliest and award befitting punishment. ASUD also requested Nagas not to turn this into a communal issue for it would only worsen the situation but to have faith in the law.
The union further extended its condolence to the bereaved family.
KU: Konyak Union (KU) has condemned the barbaric incident stating that when all Nagas were yearning for peace and stability, such incident and conflict within the tribes or communities reflected negative image, mindset and concepts of Nagas to the outside world.
A condemnation note through its media cell stated that justice should be strongly delivered and directed law enforcing agencies to book the culprits according to the rule of law.
Further, the union conveyed its deepest sympathy and condolences to the bereaved family members.
WCH: Western Chakhesang Hoho (WCH) has condemned the killing of the three persons stating that the state government should leave no stone unturned to see that justice is upheld and further escalation of violence is prevented.
A condemnation note through its president, Dietho Rahkho and joint secretary Zasekhoyi Ringa urged the government to bring about a permanent solution to the prolonged disputing matter before things get further blown-up.
It further conveyed condolences to the bereaved families.
CSU: Chakhesang Students’ Union (CSU) has condemned the killing of three innocent lives.
A condemnation note through its president Vetho Vadeo and general secretary Avezo Kevin Kapu stated that “no legitimate cause can ever be achieved by acts of violence.”
It urged upon the law enforcing agencies and the state government to bring the culprits and award befitting punishment.
Further, CSU conveyed its condolences to the bereaved family members.