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A statement from the Kuki-Zo Council said it unequivocally condemns the killing of the six Naga hostages.
The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) in Manipur on Thursday called the killing of six Naga hostages a “grave mistake”, but alleged that there were “selective security actions” taken by authorities following a recent escalation of tensions in the state.
Tensions between Manipur’s Naga and Kuki-Zo communities have been on the boil since May 13, when three Kuki-Zo church leaders were killed in an ambush, which was followed by a mass taking of hostages on both sides. This culminated in six of the Naga hostages being found killed earlier this month.
Addressing a press conference in Churachandpur, KZC chairman Henlianthang Thanglet said, “I agree that the Kuki-Zo have made a grave mistake” by killing six Naga civilians who were among those taken hostage following the escalation of tensions in May. “I really criticise it,” he said.
A statement from the Kuki-Zo Council said it unequivocally condemns the killing of the six Naga hostages. “The incident was tragic, unacceptable, and was neither authorised nor approved by any Kuki-Zo political or community leadership. Those responsible must be identified and brought to justice through a fair, transparent, and impartial investigation,” read the statement.
However, it went on to allege selective security operations and presented a set of demands, including an end to “selective security operations” and ensuring that “law enforcement actions are carried out fairly, professionally, and without bias against any community”. The council also demanded that “firm and decisive action” be taken against “militant groups responsible for attacks” on Kuki-Zo civilians.
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