Coordination Meeting Held for “Jan Kalyan Shivir” in CCpur

Lamka, June 16, 2026 (DIO): A coordination meeting for the upcoming Jan Kalyan Shivir welfare campaign was convened today at 1:00 p.m. in the Conference Hall, Mini-Secretariat, Tuibong, under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Shri Krishna Kumar, IAS.

In his opening remarks, the Deputy Commissioner welcomed all officers and underscored the objectives of the initiative launched by the Government of Manipur, which seeks to achieve saturation of welfare schemes, facilitate fresh registrations, correct records, redress grievances, and ensure timely delivery of benefits. He stressed that no eligible beneficiary should be left uncovered and direct departments to work in convergence mode for effective implementation.

The camps will be organized across all eleven sub-divisions of Churachandpur District, including the District Headquarters, from June 17 to 19, 2026. ADM-I will serve as the overall district in-charge, while Sub-Divisional Officers will oversee the camps in their respective jurisdictions, ensuring smooth conduct, inter-departmental coordination, beneficiary mobilization, and submission of daily reports.

The inaugural programme will be held on June 17, 2026, at M. Songgel Community Hall, Tuibong, beginning at 11:00 a.m. The district-level launch will be inaugurated by the Deputy Commissioner. 

The event will provide access to multiple government schemes under one roof, including PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi, Kisan Credit Card, Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY), PM-Vishwakarma, Mudra Loan, Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, PMVVY, Jan-Dhan Accounts, and Old Age Pension.

Departments were assigned responsibilities to establish service counters for registration, verification, grievance redressal, and delivery of benefits. The camps, to be held at district and sub-divisional headquarters, will focus on achieving saturation across key welfare such as health and financial security schemes such as Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY), Chief Ministergi Hakselgi Tengbang (CMHT), and pension enrolments, along with agricultural benefits like PM-Kisan e-KYC and Kisan Credit Cards. Other essential services to be streamlined include PM Awas Yojana, PM Surya Ghar solar registrations, Aadhaar updates, and entrepreneurship initiatives under Startup Manipur.

The Deputy Commissioner directed all departments to complete preparatory activities without delay to ensure the camps are activated from June 17. 

Officials were further instructed to carry out extensive local publicity and submit daily progress reports to guarantee maximum public participation and accountability throughout the campaign.

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Memorial Stone: Pu Chinzapau, Chief of M Tanglian Village

🕊️ A memorial stone of Pu Chinzapau, the respected Chief of M. Tanglian, was unveiled today at M. Tanglian Village. 

The ceremony was attended by family members, village elders, community leaders, and well-wishers who gathered to honour his life, leadership, and lasting contributions to the community.

🌹 May his legacy continue to inspire future generations. His dedication, wisdom, and service to his people will always be remembered with gratitude and respect.

🙏 Rest in peace, Pu Chinzapau. Your memory lives on in the hearts of your people. 🕊️🌺

~ KHALVONTAWI

(Voice of the Voiceless)

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Greater Mizoram vs Union Territory with Legislature

"Greater Mizoram vs Union Territory with Legislature: 

Chose this Day Zo descendants, Kuki-Zo People Inhabiting

Churachandpur, Kangpokpi, Pherzawl and Tengnoupal districts of Manipur."

(1) Constitutional Position: Under the Constitution of India, creation of a new State or alteration of State boundaries can be done by Parliament under Article 3. Likewise, a Union Territory with Legislature can also be created by Parliament. Therefore, both "Greater Mizoram" and "Union Territory with Legislature" are constitutionally possible if the Central Government and Parliament approve them.

(2) Greater Mizoram–Feasibility: If Churachandpur, Pherzawl, Kangpokpi, and Tengnoupal were merged with Mizoram, many Kuki-Zo-Mizo tribes may feel greater ethnic, linguistic, and cultural unity. Social integration with fellow Zo descendants could become easier.

(3) Greater Mizoram–Non-Feasibility: Such a merger would require alteration of Manipur's boundaries, which would face strong political opposition from Manipur (Meiteis, Nagas & Muslim) and various communities. Boundary changes in India are usually highly sensitive and controversial.

(4) Union Territory with Legislature–Feasibility: A separate Union Territory with its own elected Assembly could provide direct administration under the Central Government while allowing local self-governance. It may address concerns regarding security, administration, and representation without merging into another State.

(5) Union Territory with Legislature–Non-Feasibility: Establishing a new Union Territory requires substantial political consensus at the Centre and the State, administrative restructuring, and long-term financial support from the Centre. It may also create new boundaries and jurisdictional disputes.

(6) Political Consideration: Greater Mizoram would place the region under the political leadership of Mizoram, whereas a Union Territory would have its own local legislature and administration.The question is whether Kuki-Zo people prefer integration with Mizoram or separate self-governance.

(7) Economic Consideration: Mizoram already has established State institutions and departments. A new Union Territory would need to build or expand many administrative structures, requiring significant Central funding during the initial years.

(8) Banking and Finance: Both options would continue under the Reserve Bank of India, Indian banking laws, GST framework, and national financial institutions. Banking services would not fundamentally change under either arrangement.

(9) Government Services: Employees may face different service rules depending on the final arrangement. Under Greater Mizoram, services may be integrated into Mizoram's administration. Under a Union Territory, separate administrative cadres and recruitment systems may gradually develop.

(10) Social and Cultural Factors: Greater Mizoram may strengthen Zo cultural identity and linguistic ties. A Union Territory may preserve local identities while maintaining direct constitutional links with the Central Government.

(11) Religious Consideration: Since Christianity is the majority FAITH among  Zo communities in both regions, either arrangement may facilitate continued religious fellowship and institutional cooperation. However, constitutional governance remains secular under Indian law.

(12) Security and Law & Order: A Union Territory may receive more direct Central administrative involvement in security matters. Greater Mizoram would place security and policing largely within the State framework of Mizoram, subject to Central laws and assistance.

(13) Long-Term Sustainability: Greater Mizoram may benefit from existing State institutions and infrastructure. A Union Territory may provide greater local autonomy but would require strong economic planning and long-term Central support to remain administratively efficient.

Conclusion: Constitutionally, both options are possible under Article 3 through Parliamentary legislation. The central question is NOT legality but political feasibility, public consent, administrative practicality, economic sustainability, and national-level political agreement. Ultimately, the decision would depend upon the will of the Kuki-Zo people concerned, the Government of India, and Parliament.

PaTual T.Tualzathang
Servant of the Living GOD ALMIGHTY JEHOVAH

*via W/A

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ZUF Holds NSCN-IM, UNC Responsible for Manipur Crisis

THE Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) has reiterated its position on the ongoing crisis in Manipur, alleging that the conflict was largely driven by the influence and policies of the National Socialist Council of Nagalim-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM). 

In a press statement issued on June 15, 2026, the organization claimed that the state's current turmoil stemmed from a "contention-motivated" agenda pursued under the undue influence of NSCN-IM.

According to ZUF, the resulting situation created a war-like atmosphere involving Kuki and Naga militants operating behind village volunteers or village guards, leading to ambushes, clashes, and the loss of innocent lives. The group stated that these developments had generated confusion, disturbances, insecurity, and instability across the state.

ZUF said it had consistently advocated for social stability, harmony, and peaceful coexistence based on universal human values. However, it accused the United Naga Council (UNC), allegedly influenced by NSCN-IM, of pursuing preconceived political objectives without adequately considering public safety or the concerns of the Naga people.

The organization further claimed that UNC's decisions neither addressed the violence nor provided a meaningful solution to the growing tensions. It alleged that UNC later attempted to justify its position by citing pressure from the Baptist World Alliance, appeals from neighbouring state chief ministers, and commitments from the Ministry of Home Affairs.

According to the statement, public anger among Nagas has exceeded UNC's capacity to manage the situation. ZUF argued that the release of 14 Kuki hostages, which was widely regarded as a positive humanitarian step, failed to address the pain and demands for justice among families who lost loved ones during the conflict.

The organization also referred to the deaths of six Zeliangrong individuals, alleging that they were returned to their families bearing signs of severe torture and brutal killing. ZUF contended that timely intervention by UNC could have prevented the escalation of violence and the subsequent retaliatory actions.

Stating that the situation has now become "critically difficult and out of control," ZUF held UNC accountable for failing to restore peace and normalcy. The group demanded that UNC accept responsibility for its actions and issue an apology to the Naga people, particularly the Zeliangrong community, for what it described as policy failures that resulted in the deaths of innocent civilians.

The statement further noted that the current unrest has revived painful memories of the Naga-Kuki clashes of 1917–1919 and the 1990s, periods during which many lives were lost on both sides. ZUF emphasized that the sacrifices and bloodshed suffered by its people should not be forgotten or left without recognition.

Appealing for restraint and unity, the organization urged the Naga public not to be swayed by what it called the "dictate and sectional authority" of NSCN-IM and UNC. It accused both bodies of creating confusion and division among the Naga people.

ZUF also paid tribute to those who lost their lives in what it described as acts of terrorism. The organization specifically mourned the deaths of Zeliangrong residents from Konsakhul Village and Pongringlong Village and extended its deepest condolences to the bereaved families. It expressed hope that the victims' families would find strength and comfort through faith and that their loved ones would be remembered in the history of the Zeliangrong people.

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Open Letter to Kuki CSOs & UG Leaders of Ccpur District

1. Pu PS Haokip leh aloi atohkhompi Nam Sepai lamkai ho: Meilhei Gal hung kipatna hi Churachandpur Dist sung ahi. Hinlah Kangpokpi miten Nam Gal ahi jeh in kachennau Gamkai tin ah nangho thohna pohnat najeh in lethuhna kana nei uvin, Kagam u tampi leh mile sa tampi kachan tauve. Tuhin Meilhei Gal akichaijin, Kacha Naga Gal akipantai, ahileh ipi jeh a KNO noija UG 17 val um hon tuni chan na Kangpokpi District thohna hi pohnat naleh panhu naa ima nanei lou uham? Ipi jeh ham? Ikah uva hi Ong-hom ipi um ah ham? Ccpur akipat Kangchup, Leimakhong leh Motbung chan hi iki kap hong uva Jiribam Road jong ikha tan thei u ahitai. Ahileh ipi jeh a tuni chan geija Kuki min na Thalchoi Ccpur Gamkai a um ho koima kipan doh lou beh nahiu ham?

2. Kuki Inpi Ccpur leh abahkai ho: Ipi atileh Kangpokpi District sung ahi haptaseh tobang a Thi Op naleh lunghem puldouna kithoh jing a Ccpur a um Kuki CSOs khat cha beh in lainat naleh lunghempi vetsahna a ima nabol lou beh uham? Ipi jeh a nilhah sim seh leh Turf Ground mun na Night Concert, Night sports, Picnic leh Golnop jat chom2 kibol hohi CSO khat cha beh in nakham lou dan uham? Meilhei Gal a Ccpur miten Thina nahinto teng uleh Kangpokpi District leh mun dang a cheng hon Thilong kahin Op huu ji uva kahin lainat huu ji nahiu hilou ham?

3. Tengnoupal, Chandel leh mundang dang a cheng leh aum Kuki chaten tuchung Kacha Naga Gal a Kangpokpi te thoh genthei nahi nalai u na lou lai ah ham? Phate tah in ana gel cheh un...

4. Tuhin jet le vei ah Economic blockade eiki bol khum uvin, Hem le Thal a eiki bulhu uva eiki tha u keu hilou vin economic War eiki bol khum uvin, Neh le chah Thao leh Lou le Ai chuleh kijenna ding Hospital pha le hoi jeng jong jon theilou vin ka um tauve. Thilman atam theijin, choh ding tahbah jong akimu jou tapon ahi.

5. Tunia hi Kangpokpi District in Dy CM nala uvin Nam politics nathat uve tia lamkai phabep hi silent nahi khah uva ahileh vang nikho khat leh keihon jong alethuhna phat kahin nei kit ni uleh kahin gal vet ding nahi uve. Na het diu chu PG support hi Kuki MLAs jouse leh SoO noija um Thingnoi jouse nahi uvin, Kangpokpi te seh2 kahi pouve. DY CM post jong hi KPi te sang a ccpur Thingnoi lamkai holeh MLA khat in nana thum masat u ahi. Tuchung a DY CM post nachan lou jeh uva Kangpokpi te hi DY CM nun kihuhdoh nau vin te tia neigel khah uva ahileh keihon jong kahin nathei nadiuva Meilhei toh kikah a cham naleh lungmon na aum na ding a pan kahin lah diu SA movement chu teldeh ding ahitai.

Ajeh chu tupet hin kijenna ding Hospital jong kajon thei tapouvin, nehle chah jong kaki pohlut thei tapouvin, Pule paten Thi sang in hin aphajoi atiu chu kahin bol doh nikho uleh nam mipi koiman Kangpokpi District mite neihin oimo lou diu ahi.

~ Lemual Thangkhanlen Kuki
Kangpokpi Town (Kukiland)

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RIMS Hospital Imphal: Clarification

Imphal, June 16, 2026: The Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) has clarified that it had no role in bringing three injured Kuki individuals to the hospital on 15 June and was not involved in the security arrangements made for their treatment.

In a statement, RIMS said the injured persons were referred and transported by 183 Military Hospital, Leimakhong for medical care. The institute noted that security measures related to their movement and treatment were handled by the concerned authorities.

The hospital stated that its responsibility is limited to providing medical treatment to all patients brought for care, regardless of their background or circumstances. It emphasised that attending to the injured and sick is a professional, ethical and humanitarian duty of healthcare workers.

RIMS also appealed to the public not to disrupt hospital services, pointing out that many critically ill and emergency patients depend on uninterrupted medical care. The institute sought cooperation and understanding from all sections of society to ensure the smooth functioning of healthcare services.

 

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KCA Tengnoupal Condemns Attacks on Kultuh, Leilon-Munlui

Tengnoupal, June 16, 2026: The Kuki Chiefs' Association (KCA), Tengnoupal District, has strongly condemned the recent attacks on civilians in Kultuh Village, Kamjong District, and Leilon-Munlui Village between Leilon Vaiphei and Konsakhul.

In a statement issued on June 16, the association described the incidents as heinous and inhumane. The attack on Kultuh Village on June 11 reportedly resulted in the deaths of a church pastor and a youth leader, while several homes and community properties were damaged.

The association also expressed concern over another violent incident that occurred around 6:00 a.m. on June 15 in Munlui Village, where three civilians were injured.

KCA extended condolences to the families of the victims and called on the Government of India, the Manipur Government, and security agencies to conduct an immediate investigation, bring the perpetrators to justice, strengthen security in vulnerable areas, and ensure the protection of civilians regardless of community or ethnicity.

Reaffirming its commitment to peace, justice, and human life, the association urged all parties to exercise restraint and reject violence.

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KSO Sadar Hills: Condemnation

The Kuki Students’ Organisation, Sadar Hills expresses deep anguish and strongly condemns the cowardly attack on L. Munlui Village, Kangchup Geljang Sub-Division, Kangpokpi District, which left three innocent youths critically injured.

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1st YMA President: Rev Lewis Evans

 YMA PRESIDENT HMASA BER REV. LEWIS EVANS (PU NIARA)

(YMA Day Pualin aw)

Pu Niara hi a hming tak chu Lewis Evans a ni a. Amah hi Engineer a nih avângin Mizovin Pu Injiniara kan ti a, a tawi zawngin Pu Niara tiin kan ko ta a ni.

A tawi zâwngin; Mizorama a lo chhuah chhan ber chu Welsh Mission-in amah engineer a lo ni sa nen, Mizorama in sak tûr eng emaw zât an neihte sak pui tûrin an rawn dah a ni ber. Pu Niara hi Wales-a piang mah nisela; America-a pêm leh a ni a. Mizoten engkim hriain an ring! 

 A nupui Catherene Evans kha nu hlim thei tak a ni a, Mizoten Pi Hlimi an ti hial reng a. Vânduaithlâk takin Pi Hlimi chu October 11, 1933 khân a boral ta hlauh mai a. Pu Sandy-a thlân bul, Durtlâng Biak In sîrah an phûm ve ta a. 

Nimin khan a thlan lunga thu an ziak (original) chu thla han laktir ka tum a, inkharkhipna (quarantine) hmun atan an lo siam ve avangin ka duh a hlawhtling thei ta lo.   

 Durtlâng Damdawi in bakah; Synod Bangla pui, Senior Executive Secretary apiangin an luah ṭhin leh P.C. Girls’ School bula Executive Secretary Bangla te hi ama kutchhuak an la ni a. Dâwrpui Biak In hlui saknaah pawh a kuthnu eng emaw zât a awm bawkin an sawi.

 June ni 15, 1935 zânah Sikulpuikâwn bula Nepali School-ah Vântlâng inkhâwm ropui tak an ko va. Kan mi hmasate khan Bati chhit chu an lo hlau vak lo pawh a ni ang; puithu takin Mizo tlangvâl lehkhathiam ṭhenkhatten sathau khawnvâr (candle) chhiin YLA (Young Lushai Association) din a ni tih an entîr a. 

Kum 1935–36 hruaitu tûr an thlang a, an thlante chu hêngte hi an ni–

 President : Rev. Lewis Evans (Pu Niara)

 Vice President : Miss. K. Hughes (Pi Zaii)

 Gen. Secretary : Pu Ch. Pasena

 Asst. Secretary : Pu Vankhuma

 Treasurer : Rev. David Edwards (Zorema Pa)

YLA tih hi a hnuah YMA tia thlak leh a ni a. YMA President hmasa ber chuan kum 1936 September thlaah an ramah min hawsan ta a. Kum 1947, October ni 19 khân ama in Llanbedr, Merionethshire-ah kum 66 mi niin Lalpa hnênah a châwl ta a ni.

Thu lakna: 

- Prof JV Hluna, “Mizoram Welsh Missionary te chanchin” revised&enlarged, 2016.

- Rev Dr C Chawnghmingliana, “Khawvel Sunday School Ni Thupui Lakkhawm 1949-2017” SL&PB, 2018.

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KZC Condemns Leilon Munlui Attack, Seeks Justice

Lamka, June 15, 2026: The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) has strongly condemned the attack and bombing at Leilon Munlui village in Kangpokpi district on Monday morning, which left three Kuki-Zo youths seriously injured.

In a press release issued on June 15, the council alleged that the attack was carried out at around 6:00 a.m. by NSCN-IM and its proxy outfit, ZUF-K. The injured were identified as Genlenmang Vaiphei (15), Lunliandou Vaiphei (20), and Paogoulal Chongloi (18). They were evacuated to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal, for treatment.

KZC noted that Paogoulal Chongloi is a promising Indian footballer who has represented Mohun Bagan Football Club.

The council described the incident as part of a continuing pattern of violence against the Kuki-Zo community, alleging that several attacks, killings, and incidents of village burnings have occurred in recent months.

KZC also expressed concern over reports that a large crowd gathered at RIMS in protest against the treatment of the injured youths, prompting security forces to intervene and disperse the gathering.

While condemning the recent killing of six Naga hostages, the council claimed that at least 14 Kuki-Zo people, including three pastors, have been killed since March 11, 2026, in attacks allegedly linked to NSCN-IM and ZUF-K. It further alleged that more than six Kuki villages had been set on fire during the same period.

The council reiterated its demand for a separate administration and urged the Government of India to address the situation through a political solution. It also appealed to citizens to condemn violence irrespective of community and ensure peace, security, and equality for all.

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