Jessica Vaiphei Issues Clarification on Viral False Post

Clarification Statement

It is with a heavy heart and deep anguish that I write this. I was recently made aware of a photo of mine being circulated on a WhatsApp channel named BTT (Behind the Truth), alongside baseless and hurtful accusations. The contents of that post have left me shocked, confused, and deeply pained.

I have always stood for humanity—offering help to internally displaced persons (IDPs), especially women and children, regardless of their background, community, or affiliation. In fact, I have worked closely with the Assam Rifles, NGOs, Corporates, etc, on multiple occasions during the crisis, particularly in managing and supporting relief camps. My only motivation has ever been to serve those who are suffering and bring them comforts in times of their greatest need.

To find myself portrayed as someone with questionable motives is not only distressing, but also deeply unjust. What is even more baffling is the mention of a journalist I have never met or spoken to. Any allegation suggesting that I have connections or communications with her is totally false and can be easily verified. I am certain that she might even be equally surprised by the false narratives.

My heart breaks at how quickly my sincere and selfless efforts have been twisted into something so vile. I have no involvement in anything beyond humanitarian works/relief. To be maligned for such work is a blow that words cannot fully express.

Though a corrigendum was eventually posted more than 24 hours later—stating that the post dated July 31, 2025, at 10:04 PM featuring a woman walking with army personnel was unrelated to Tanushree Pandey and the information was false—it came too late and enough damage was already done, thus prompting to issue this clarification statement from my side. The post had spread and my name was wrongly painted on a "scandal". And though a clarification was made, no apology has been issued, and no one has been held accountable for the hurt inflicted.

This entire episode has left me utterly betrayed, disheartened, and mentally exhausted. After pouring my energy and compassion into helping those in crisis, this attack on my character feels like a cruel injustice. I am not only saddened—but broken—by how easily good intentions can be trampled upon in the sea of misinformation.

All I ask is for truth, fairness, and dignity to prevail.

Jessica Hatliianmawi Vaiphei

Gangpimual

via WAP (Source: need to update)

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