Naga Council Urges PM Modi, Amit Shah to Probe Recent Civilian Killings

The United Naga Council has formally requested urgent intervention from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding a series of tragic Naga killings. A delegation from the organization recently traveled to New Delhi to present a memorandum detailing what they describe as a rapidly deteriorating security environment within Naga-inhabited areas. The council is calling for immediate federal oversight to address these violent incidents.

Demands for Justice and Security Oversight

According to the United Naga Council, the situation involves what they characterize as a proxy war against the Naga community, allegedly involving the Suspension of Operations (SoO) Kuki militants and the Myanmar-based KNA (B). During a press briefing, UNC general secretary Vareiyo Shatsang expressed grave concern that these actions constitute a serious violation of the Indo-Naga Framework Agreement signed on August 3, 2015. Furthermore, the organization emphasized that these developments pose a significant threat to the security of India's frontier regions.

The UNC has proposed several concrete measures to address the Naga killings, including the abrogation of the Suspension of Operations agreement with specific militant groups. They are also advocating for a court-monitored, independent investigation into the murders to ensure accountability. The council reported that twenty individuals were initially abducted on May 13, following the earlier death of three Thadou church leaders. While fourteen were subsequently released on May 15, the remaining six were tragically found deceased, with their bodies recovered on June 10.

Concerns Over the Peace Process

The leadership of the UNC, including Samson Remei and L. Adani, expressed deep disappointment with the response from both state and central security apparatuses, stating that no arrests have been made since the recovery of the bodies. There is significant apprehension that these targeted attacks are strategically designed to derail the ongoing Indo-Naga peace process. Leaders noted that the 2015 framework agreement is already in a fragile state, and these recent violent events could severely jeopardize future progress.

Additionally, the council has formally demanded the resignation of Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen, citing a clear conflict of interest. They allege that her spouse is linked to a militant group identified as being involved in the violence. The UNC argues that her continued presence in the government compromises internal security and undermines efforts to restore order and safety for civilians in the region. The council remains steadfast in its demand for a time-bound, impartial probe and guaranteed protection for vulnerable communities.