Women groups, student bodies denounce online threat to NMA advisor

Central Nagaland Women Association (CNWA), Eastern Nagaland Women’s Organisation (ENWO), Tenymi Students’ Union Dimapur (TSUD) and Akehta Sangtamlarü Thsingmüjang (AST) have strongly condemned the recent online death threat and defamatory remarks directed at Prof. Rosemary Dzuvichü, Advisor of the Naga Mothers’ Association (NMA), allegedly made by W.J. Longkumer through the Facebook page “Unified Nagaland for Christ”.
In a press release, CNWA—comprising Ao, Lotha and Sumi women organisations—termed the threat as unacceptable and a direct insult to all women. It expressed shock over the abusive language used and the moral degradation reflected in the post, stating that such actions undermine the dignity of women and societal values. CNWA also questioned the contradiction of such content appearing on a page claiming Christian values, and urged mothers to instill respect for women in their sons. The association called on authorities to take stringent action to prevent recurrence.
ENWO, in its statement, condemned the incident as an attack on women’s leadership and collective voice. It appreciated the swift action by police in apprehending the accused and urged authorities to ensure justice is served. ENWO reaffirmed that threats and slanderous remarks pose a grave danger to democratic and inclusive principles, and expressed solidarity with Prof. Dzuvichü and all women leaders.
TSUD also issued a condemnation note, describing the remarks as disrespectful and a threat to justice, dignity and peaceful coexistence. The student body called for responsible use of social media and urged authorities to act against such behaviour. The statement was jointly issued by TSUD president Sotilo Seb and general secretary Chiehepe Kapfo.
AST, has strongly condemned the recent online threat directed at Prof. Rosemary Dzuvichü, advisor of the Naga Mothers’ Association, allegedly posted on the Facebook group “Unified Naga for Christ.”
In a condemnation note, AST described the statement as a blatant attempt to intimidate and silence a vocal advocate for peace, equality and justice. The organisation stated that such threats not only target an individual but also undermine the safety and dignity of all women leaders and activists working for societal betterment.
Highlighting the contributions of Prof. Dzuvichü and the NMA in championing women’s rights and peace in Nagaland, AST warned against the use of threats and slurs to suppress voices advocating for justice and equality. It called for collective rejection of such behaviour and urged authorities to take appropriate action to uphold the values of dignity and democratic expression.