GIVE DESCRIPTION 150 CHA: LAMKA, June 9, 2026: Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM) has strongly condemned the killing of a Kuki-Zo villager, identified as Haogin Lhouvum, son of Khupkam and a resident of Lasan village in Tamenglong district, who was shot dead at around 1:00 PM on Tuesday.
In a press statement issued by Janghaolun Haokip, Secretary, Information and Publicity, Kuki Inpi Manipur, on June 9, KIM described the incident as a “cold-blooded murder” and alleged that it reflects serious failures in the state’s security and administrative systems.
The organisation said the killing raises concerns over the continued vulnerability of Kuki-Zo villages in Tamenglong district and questioned the authorities’ ability to ensure the safety of residents.
KIM called on the Government of Manipur, the district administration, and security agencies to explain why Kuki-Zo villages remain exposed to such attacks despite repeated appeals from civil society organisations.
It alleged that Kuki-Zo habitations have not been provided the same level of protection as other communities.
The organisation also expressed concern over what it described as a continuing pattern of violence against Kuki-Zo civilians.
It questioned why certain Tangkhul-led Naga elements allegedly continue to target innocent Kuki villagers, stating that such acts deepen divisions, undermine peace, and erode trust between neighbouring communities.
According to KIM, the killing highlights the consequences of unequal security arrangements and administrative indifference.
The organisation stressed that repeated security failures resulting in the loss of innocent lives and property cannot be allowed to continue.
KIM further stated that Kuki villages deserve equal protection under the law and urged authorities to be held accountable for recurring security lapses before more lives are lost.
Raises Alarm Over Continued Violence in Manipur
Tengnoupal, June 9, 2026: The Kuki Organization for Human Rights Trust (KOHUR) on Tuesday strongly condemned the killing of Shri Haokhogin Lhouvum, a Kuki-Zo civilian from Tamenglong district, alleging that the incident forms part of an ongoing campaign of targeted violence against the Kuki-Zo community in Manipur.
In a press release issued by its Department of Information and Publicity, KOHUR stated that Haokhogin Lhouvum, 45, was killed on June 9 while travelling to his farm. The organisation alleged that armed cadres belonging to NSCN-IM and the Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF/ZUF-K) were responsible for the attack.
According to the statement, the deceased was the son of Shri Khupkam Lhouvum and Smt. Lhingjanei and a resident of Lasan Village in the Twilang Area along IT Road in Tamenglong district. KOHUR described him as an ordinary and peaceful family man whose death has left behind a grieving wife and young son.
The human rights organisation further claimed that the incident was not isolated but part of a broader pattern of attacks targeting unarmed Kuki-Zo civilians and villages in the hill districts of Manipur since March 2026.
KOHUR documented several killings over the past months, including two civilians killed in the Thowai/Litan area of Ukhrul district on March 11, two more in Mullam under Litan Police Station on April 24, and three church leaders killed in Kangchup Geljang, Kangpokpi district, on May 13 during what the organisation described as a peace and reconciliation mission. Another three civilians were reportedly killed at Loibol Khullen in Kangpokpi district on June 5. The organisation said a total of 11 Kuki-Zo civilians had been killed in these incidents.
The organisation also highlighted reports of village burnings and destruction of property. According to KOHUR, around 16 houses were gutted at Gampal village and 12 more at nearby Haijang in Kamjong district in April 2026. It further reported that Lanchah village in Kamjong district was burned on May 2, while seven houses and two vehicles were destroyed in Loibol Khullen, Kangpokpi district, on June 5.
KOHUR stated that the information had been compiled from affected communities and public reports. The organisation alleged that armed cadres linked to NSCN-IM and ZUF/ZUF-K were behind the attacks and criticised investigating agencies for failing to arrest or prosecute any perpetrators so far.
Describing the attacks as grave violations of human rights and international humanitarian law, KOHUR called for immediate intervention from authorities. The organisation demanded an independent and time-bound investigation, preferably by the National Investigation Agency where appropriate, into the killing of Haokhogin Lhouvum and other reported incidents.
It also urged the deployment of adequate security forces to protect vulnerable Kuki-Zo villages and civilians, particularly farmers and those engaged in peaceful livelihood activities. Additionally, the organisation sought compensation, rehabilitation, and resettlement for affected families and residents of villages that had allegedly been burned and destroyed.
KOHUR appealed to the Government of India, the Government of Manipur, the National Human Rights Commission, and other concerned authorities to intervene urgently and stop what it termed an ongoing campaign of targeted violence against the Kuki-Zo people.
The organisation concluded by expressing solidarity with bereaved families and reaffirming its commitment to documenting incidents and pursuing legal and constitutional avenues to seek justice and accountability.
Kangpokpi, June 9, 2026: Kuki Inpi Sadar Hills (KI-SH) has expressed deep concern over reports that the mortal remains of Haogin Lhouvum, who was allegedly killed by NSCN-IM Kamson group members on June 9, were not allowed to pass through Makui village while being transported for his final rites.
In a press release issued by Paojalal Hangshing, Assistant Secretary, Information and Publicity, Kuki Inpi Sadar Hills on Tuesday, KI-SH described the reported obstruction as a serious humanitarian concern, stating that denying passage to a deceased person's body causes additional suffering to grieving families and undermines respect for the dead.
The organisation emphasized that humanitarian values should be upheld regardless of political differences, ethnic tensions, or ongoing conflicts. It stated that compassion for bereaved families and respect for the deceased must never be compromised.
KI-SH noted that the Kuki-Zo community has consistently upheld humanitarian principles even during periods of conflict. As an example, it cited an earlier incident in which the mortal remains of a pastor were reportedly allowed safe passage through Kangpokpi district without disturbance before being taken to Daili village for burial.
The organisation said the reported denial of passage to Haogin Lhouvum’s body stands in contrast to such humanitarian practices. It called for clarification regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident and urged all concerned parties to ensure that humanitarian considerations are respected at all times.
“Even in situations of conflict, the dignity of the dead and the rights of grieving families must be protected,” the statement said, adding that humanitarian values should not become casualties of political or ethnic disputes.
Lamka, June 9, 2026: The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) has expressed heartfelt gratitude to all individuals, organizations, and authorities involved in securing the safe release of 14 Kuki-Zo hostages.
In a press release issued on Monday, the council stated that the successful outcome was made possible through coordinated efforts and the dedication of various stakeholders who worked tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of those held captive.
On 08 June 2026, security forces arrested an active cadre of KYKL, one Khoirakpam James Singh (28) of Awang Sekmai Khunou Imphal West district from Indo-Myanmar BP 76 area under Moreh-PS, Tengnoupal district, Manipur.
On June 9, 2026, security forces recovered a cache of arms, explosives, and communication equipment from the general area of Aigejang under Chakpikarong Police Station in Chandel district, Manipur.
The seized items included one .22 rifle, one locally made 9 mm pistol with a magazine, five locally made country-made machine guns (CMGs), four locally made lathod guns, approximately 1.2 kg of explosive substance, and three Baofeng radio sets.
The recovery was made during a security operation in the area. Further investigation is underway.
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On June 9, 2026, fourteen Kuki individuals were formally released and handed over by Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) of Senapati District, Manipur, to the Senapati Police and the District Administration.
Following their release, the authorities completed all necessary formalities, including identity verification and medical examinations. Security arrangements were put in place, and the route was secured to ensure their safe transportation to Taphou Kuki Village.
The individuals were subsequently handed over to the Chief of Taphou Kuki Village through an official handing-over and taking-over memorandum.
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The entire process was carried out peacefully and smoothly, with the cooperation and coordination of all stakeholders involved.
The 14 released Kuki individuals were identified as:
THE wheels of Indian democracy are turning once again as the Election Commission launches the third phase of its Special Intensive Revision (SIR). Across Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, and Manipur, booth-level officers are tasked with going door-to-door to ensure the electoral rolls are flawless before the June 28 deadline. On paper, the goal is noble and precise: to ensure no eligible citizen is left out, and no ineligible name remains. It is an ambitious attempt to update the records for over 36 crore voters across 16 states and three union territories. Yet, while administrative machinery moves smoothly in peaceful regions like Odisha or Sikkim, applying the same rigid blueprint to a state fractured by conflict reveals a profound and troubling disconnect.
In Manipur, the idea of a standard “house-to-house” visit feels less like a bureaucratic exercise and more like a cruel joke. Since the devastating violence erupted in May 2023, thousands of homes have been reduced to ashes, and entire villages have vanished into wasteland. Hundreds of thousands of people have been uprooted, living in makeshift camps or fleeing the state entirely. How exactly are government officials supposed to knock on doors that no longer exist? Both the central and state governments have shown a shocking lack of accountability, failing to maintain an accurate, transparent record of exactly how many people have been displaced or where they have fled.
This administrative failure highlights a deeper, more painful negligence from both the central leadership in New Delhi and the state government. By pretending that a standard enumeration drive can function normally in a war zone, the authorities are effectively turning a blind eye to internally displaced persons. These survivors, who have already lost their homes, livelihoods, and sense of safety, now face the very real threat of losing their political identity. Forcing traumatized, displaced citizens to navigate complex paperwork or find an internet connection in a relief camp just to keep their right to vote is completely unfair. It represents a total breakdown of state responsibility, treating citizens as statistical data rather than suffering human beings.
A democracy is only as strong as its commitment to its most vulnerable citizens. If the government can spend vast resources on security forces and official exercises, it must find a way to actively seek out and register every single displaced person from Manipur, rather than letting ethnic divisions dictate who gets counted. True inclusivity cannot be achieved by sitting in comfortable offices and issuing deadlines while avoiding the ground reality. Until the state acknowledges the reality on the ground, stops hiding behind paperwork, and takes deliberate, compassionate steps to count those who have lost everything, this intensive revision remains an incomplete, hollow promise.
~ Zogam Today | Editorial | 09.06.2026
Senapati, June 9, 2026: The 14 Kuki individuals who were reportedly held captive by Naga groups have been released unharmed.
According to available information, the 14 persons were handed over to the Senapati Police Station by the United Naga Council (UNC) and the Naga People's Organisation on Tuesday, 09 June 2026.
The release comes amid heightened tensions in parts of the district. Authorities have taken custody of the released individuals, and further details regarding the circumstances of their captivity and release are awaited.
The individuals released were identified as Thangtinlen Chongloi, Paotinkai Chongloi, Lunsei Chongloi, Kaimang Chongloi, Hengunsei Chongloi, Luntinlal Chongloi, Tonggoulen Chongloi, Sehginlun Chongloi, Sehminhao Chongloi, Paogoulhang Chongloi, Haominlun Kipgen, Lamgoulen Kipgen, Thanglemang Chongloi, and Thangminlen Chongloi.
Following their release, one of the former detainees, Paotinkai Chongloi, stated that they had spent 27 days under the custody of Naga village guards.
“We have been well treated,” he said, adding that they were provided with food, clothing, blankets, and other essential necessities throughout their detention.
According to him, the detainees received the best food available in the area and were cared for during their stay before being released and handed over to the authorities.
Since mid-May 2026, a total of 11 Kuki-Zo individuals have reportedly been killed in clashes with Naga groups in Manipur.
The fatalities include:
In addition, eight Kuki-Zo villages have reportedly been burnt:
Gampal, Lanchah, Litan, Loibol, Mulam (Ukhrul), K. Songlun, Kharam Vaiphei, and Haijang.
Reports also indicate that 14 Kuki hostages remain in captivity.
Figures as of 09 June 2026, 04:31 PM
CONGRATULATIONS 💐
ST mi 6 gup lah a ama seh2 hi Kuki-zo chate lah a pachanna hin nei ahina bana Unreserved category a hung lolhing ahijeh in kipapina sangtah ahung kiphonge, maban najong atohna a lolhinna ahin nei jing nadin pathen in umpi jing tahen.
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A Kuki man from Lasan village in Kangpokpi district, Manipur, was allegedly killed by suspected Naga militants earlier today, according to initial reports. The deceased has been identified as Mr. Haogin. Firing and gunshots were reported in the area. Further details are awaited.
Members of the Mizo Integration Council (MIC) Executive Council received R. Lallianzuala, Chairman of the Mizo Language Development Board, at Providence Guest House upon his arrival in Lamka on June 9, 2026.
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Pu R. Lallianzuala visited Lamka to attend a consultative meeting with the Mizo Integration Council regarding the proposed establishment of a Mizo Language Learning Centre in Lamka. The meeting focused on exploring ways to promote and strengthen Mizo language education in the region.
In a press statement issued on Tuesday, KIM described the allegations as “baseless and inflammatory,” accusing NSCN-IM of attempting to divert attention from what it called the organisation’s long history of armed intimidation, extortion, territorial expansionism, and violence against communities that oppose its political agenda.
KIM stated that NSCN-IM had no moral authority to speak on indigenous rights while claiming territories inhabited by multiple ethnic communities. The organisation alleged that NSCN-IM’s repeated portrayal of contested areas as exclusive Naga ancestral land ignores historical realities and the presence of other indigenous groups who have lived in those regions for generations.
The Kuki body also criticised NSCN-IM sympathisers for presenting themselves as champions of peace and Christianity while allegedly remaining silent on atrocities committed against Kukis and other critics. It said invoking Christianity while justifying violence, intimidation, and ethnic hostility was contradictory to Christian teachings.
KIM further called on the Government of India to strengthen border management and security mechanisms to curb the movement of NSCN-IM and its Eastern Flank cadres from Myanmar. It alleged that insurgent groups have long exploited porous borders to transport cadres, weapons, and logistics, contributing to instability in the region.
According to the statement, continued inaction has enabled armed groups to evade accountability, sustain extortion networks, and perpetuate violence and insecurity. KIM stressed that the people of the region deserve peace, development, and the rule of law.
The organisation also dismissed NSCN-IM’s claim that Kuki groups are proxies of New Delhi, describing the accusation as “disingenuous and immature.” It maintained that Kuki political aspirations and grievances stem from the lived experiences of the Kuki people and are not the result of external manipulation.
KIM urged NSCN-IM to abandon what it termed exclusivist territorial claims, acknowledge the histories and rights of other communities, and engage in dialogue based on mutual respect. The statement concluded by asserting that the future of the hill regions should be built on truth, accountability, coexistence, and respect for all indigenous communities.
Vaite'n mehpok a duhkei uh, mehmawl leh mehbai a ne nuamkei uh chih khong neulai in kiza a, tu'n zuau a suak hithet ta hi. Bangziak ahia? Kua'n amau kianga va theisak a, a limdan va hilh a hi laizang dia? Zo siktui i gengen a, eilak i kansak zohlouh lai un, i Zo ann vaite'n lunggulh in nei theita uhi. Kua ziak hi ding? Ei zosuante buh leh meh kia hilou a, Nagate' meh minthang Anishi l, Mizote' chow satui leih leh sanpiau, Manipur singju leh Erombah leh a dangdangte kuan India khopite potung hiding?
Kua dang hilou in, kum 26 lel a upa ahih lai a, Munirka, New Delhi a Rosang Cafe a na pan suahtu Pi Mary Lalboi ahi hi.
India khopi tuamtuam a North-East restro tuamtuam Nagaland Kitchen, Nek leh dawn, Mizo Diner, Zawlbuk leh adangdangte khong om ma tham in Paite kampau te'n restaurant lar leh minthangtak 'Rosang Cafe' a na kinei khin daihta! Laisiamna, sum sinna leh kitaitehna tuamtuamte ah leng Pathian in hon vualzawl a, nek leh dawn bawlna lam ah leng hon vualzawl sawnsawn hi, pi Mary tungtawn in!
Rosang cafe ahihleh 2001 in a Munirka, New Delhi ah Pi Mary Lalboi na pankhia a, a patkhiak hun in kum 26 ahi hi. Huai hunlai in Delhi khopi ah Paite kampau mi tam nai lawmlawm kei mahleh, tualsuak mite theihphak leh ngaihnat a hong suak hi. Munirka mun kochik ziak leh a restro a lut luat ziak in, a mun thoveng zaw ding ngimna in 2006 in Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi ah khat behlap hi. Ngaina tu a tam ziak in, 2010 in Green park extension ah a thumna ding behlap non hi. Ngainatu a tamziak mah in, tuchiang in India a khopi mun tuamtuamte ah tuni chiang in 'Rosang Cafe' chih a gen mangmoh uh khat ahita!
Khovel hiipi hong leng a, covid ziak a dukan tamtak khak a ngaita, Rosang Cafe leng a hon hawisak tuak takei hi. Covid hiipi kia hileh hinsuah haksa lawmlawm kholkei ding, himahleh insung buaina neuhneuh ziak in leh Tate maban ding ngaihtuah a ngaita! A khak mai a tur hi. NE mi tamtakte ading a khiaklah huai, Tualsuak mite adia Rosang Cafe a nek kibawlte duh in zongzong mahle uh, a omta kei! Mi khenkhat ngial in a kikhak nung in, pi Mary Lalboi a na call kheukhou ua, Rosang Cafe hong non ding bangin a na genpih zel mahle uh amah a ding in tuh a tate poimoh masa pen ahita dih hi.
Hun leh kum hong kivei a, a restro kikhak mahleh mi tamtak in a nekbawl a limsa ahihman un, mi hausa taktakte khongin a na sam zel uh a, celebrity chef lar tak ahi hi. Hotel thupi taktak 5 star hotel Crown Plaza leh Westin Gurugram, Shangri-La Eros - New Delhi, Hyatt Residency - Pune, Marriott Mumbai & Bangaluru chihte ah Chef ding a ngaihnat leh chialtuam in a na om hi. Eilawi lak ngei ah leng Munirka a omkha masa peuhmah Rosang chih min theilou a om ding in a gintak huaikei!
A tate leng pichingta ahihman un, Mun tuamtuam a zin lehleh sangin chi in, tu'n pi Mary Lalboi in Humayunpur, Safdarjung enclave ah Rosang Cafe a 21 April 2026 in a na hong thak nonta, mi tamtakte kipahna leh nekna mun a suak nonta! Huchi komkal ah, market a a omlouh sung in a restro thak tamtak a na om ahihman in. Kitaitehna a na uangzaw ding ahihman in maban ah sangzaw sem a kal a hon suan a, a hong lohching semsem deihsakna sangpen i khak hi.
Pi Mary Lalboi ahihleh Rosang Cafe pankhetu ahih kia hilou in, business tuamtuamte ah leng North-East India mite tung et gige khat ahi. Gelzang khua ah piang in laisiam theitak ahihman in, mi tamtak in IAS ding a na chi hial manle uh, Pathian in a sapna nek bawlna lam ahi ngei dia, a pai na lam bun mahmah hi. Inkuan haksatak a kipan piang a, zirna leng nei tuamselou a hiai tan a tunna Paite kampaute adia kisaktheihpih tham ahihkia hilou in, suanhuai mahmah hi.
~ PaiteOSINT
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Senapati, June 8, 2026 (DIO-IPR): In a bid to strengthen agricultural productivity and improve farmers' livelihoods, Deputy Commissioner of Senapati, Dharun Kumar S, IAS, distributed essential agricultural seeds and inputs to farmers at the Deputy Commissioner's Office Complex in Senapati on Monday.
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The distribution programme, organized by the District Agriculture Office, Senapati, was conducted for the crop year 2026–27. Farmers received a range of agricultural inputs, including maize, pea and paddy seeds, knapsack sprayers, and locally produced vermicompost.
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Addressing the gathering, DC Dharun Kumar stressed the importance of ensuring that all eligible farmers receive benefits under various government welfare schemes without difficulty. He noted that modern farming techniques, timely interventions, and institutional support can significantly enhance agricultural productivity and profitability.
The Deputy Commissioner also highlighted the need for close coordination among government departments, field officials, and farming communities to ensure the effective implementation of agricultural programmes and welfare schemes. Expressing optimism about the sector's future, he said sustained support and collective efforts would help agriculture continue to grow and contribute to the district's economic development.
District Agriculture Officer Lavei James informed that the distribution of seeds and inputs, including locally produced vermicompost, aims to support agricultural development and improve farm productivity across the district.
He explained that the programme was delayed due to unforeseen logistical and transportation challenges. However, he assured that the department remains committed to ensuring that all intended beneficiaries receive assistance in a timely manner through various developmental initiatives and agricultural support programmes.
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