MEDIA RELEASE
Friday, the 20th June, 2025
The Thadou Students' Association (TSA) strongly condemns the recent act of violence at Phubala, Bishnupur District, which left a local farmer Ningthoujam Biren Singh of Phubala Awang Maning Leikai, Bishnupur district was shot injured in the paddy field and resulted in the tragic killing of Mrs. Hoikholhing Haokip, a civilian and the wife of the village chief of Langchingmanbi, Kangvai Sub-Division, Churachandpur district during the retaliatory operation by security forces. Mrs. Hoikholhing was allegedly shot point-blank, an act that, if proven true, constitutes a grave violation of human rights and may amount to a fake encounter.
TSA expresses deep sorrow and solidarity with the family of the deceased and the injured. We also raise serious concern over the continued militarization of civilian zones, which endangers innocent lives even after the imposition of President's Rule in Manipur since February 2025. This situation not only undermines the sovereignty of the Indian state, but also calls into question the integrity of the security forces and the effectiveness of the President's Rule under the Hon'ble Governor of Manipur, who is presently overseeing the state government. The softness of state response has shaken public confidence and contributed to a growing loss of hope in the government's ability to safeguard its own citizens.
In response to these grave concerns, the Thadou Students' Association (TSA) appeals to the State Government to:
1. Constitute a time-bound judicial inquiry into the twin incidents; and if necessary, hand over the case to a neutral central agency such as the NIA or CBI for an impartial, independent and transparent investigation;
2. Ensure accountability of the security personnel involved, with suspension pending investigation and conduct an immediate security review to ensure the protection of farmers and civilians, especially in conflict-prone zones; and
3. Provide fair compensation and medical care to the victims and their families.
TSA also appeals to all communities to maintain peace and unity. We also caution the public and the media against circulating unverified information that could incite further unrest.
We reiterate our firm commitment to justice, peace, and the protection of human rights for all communities in Manipur.
Issued by:
(Vicky Thadou)
Spokesperson, Thadou Students' Association (TSA)
Statement: "Thadou is a distinct ethnic group of people. Thadou is not Kuki, or underneath Kuki, or part of Kuki, but a separate, independent entity from Kuki. Any organisation, individuals or elected representative that incorporates "Thadou" but espouses Kuki and mis-portrays Thadou as Kuki or a part of Kuki is illegitimate and does not represent Thadou people and interest" - Thadou Convention Declaration - 2024.
Friday, the 20th June, 2025
The Thadou Students' Association (TSA) strongly condemns the recent act of violence at Phubala, Bishnupur District, which left a local farmer Ningthoujam Biren Singh of Phubala Awang Maning Leikai, Bishnupur district was shot injured in the paddy field and resulted in the tragic killing of Mrs. Hoikholhing Haokip, a civilian and the wife of the village chief of Langchingmanbi, Kangvai Sub-Division, Churachandpur district during the retaliatory operation by security forces. Mrs. Hoikholhing was allegedly shot point-blank, an act that, if proven true, constitutes a grave violation of human rights and may amount to a fake encounter.
TSA expresses deep sorrow and solidarity with the family of the deceased and the injured. We also raise serious concern over the continued militarization of civilian zones, which endangers innocent lives even after the imposition of President's Rule in Manipur since February 2025. This situation not only undermines the sovereignty of the Indian state, but also calls into question the integrity of the security forces and the effectiveness of the President's Rule under the Hon'ble Governor of Manipur, who is presently overseeing the state government. The softness of state response has shaken public confidence and contributed to a growing loss of hope in the government's ability to safeguard its own citizens.
In response to these grave concerns, the Thadou Students' Association (TSA) appeals to the State Government to:
1. Constitute a time-bound judicial inquiry into the twin incidents; and if necessary, hand over the case to a neutral central agency such as the NIA or CBI for an impartial, independent and transparent investigation;
2. Ensure accountability of the security personnel involved, with suspension pending investigation and conduct an immediate security review to ensure the protection of farmers and civilians, especially in conflict-prone zones; and
3. Provide fair compensation and medical care to the victims and their families.
TSA also appeals to all communities to maintain peace and unity. We also caution the public and the media against circulating unverified information that could incite further unrest.
We reiterate our firm commitment to justice, peace, and the protection of human rights for all communities in Manipur.
Issued by:
(Vicky Thadou)
Spokesperson, Thadou Students' Association (TSA)
Statement: "Thadou is a distinct ethnic group of people. Thadou is not Kuki, or underneath Kuki, or part of Kuki, but a separate, independent entity from Kuki. Any organisation, individuals or elected representative that incorporates "Thadou" but espouses Kuki and mis-portrays Thadou as Kuki or a part of Kuki is illegitimate and does not represent Thadou people and interest" - Thadou Convention Declaration - 2024.
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