World Kuki-Zo Intellectual Council condemns attack on villages and killings

Pic: Chinglangmei Village

The World Kuki-Zo Intellectual Council, General Head Quarter vehemently condemned the attack of Chinglangmei Village under Samulamlan TD Block, Churachandpur District by the Meitei terrorists and State Security forces at late night of 1st July 2023. The heavily armed Meitei terrorists and State Armed Police Forces burned down at least 20 (twenty) houses of the Village, captured three Villagers; one of them was mercilessly killed and beheaded while the other two are still missing.

That, after burning the said Village those terrorists combined with state forces of N. Biren Singh and RK Leisemba Sanajaoba MP Rajya Sabha continue to attack the adjoining Village of Chinglangmei called Langja Village. While, stiff gun fight between the said terrorists and Village Guards is still continuing the Chief Minister of the State rushed to the spot to give all possible support to his forces, as he did in Khamenlok Area of Kangpokpi District.

Pic: David Thiek killed.

That, this Council is awestruck to know as to why and how the Chief Minister who had harping for peace is siding to such terrorists who are committing the crime on humanity upon the citizens of India? Therefore, it is undeniably clear that the Chief Minister himself is heavily involved in this present Genocide pogrom upon the Kuki- Zo ethnic people in Manipur since the inception till today.

In view of the above facts and circumstances, this Council termed this state government as a killing machine of both the waring communities as such restoration of peace is a far cry, unless the Centre Government takes full charge over the state administration or impose president’s rule.

~ (SHOMANG LUPHO)

Director Information & Publicity 

World Kuki-Zo Intellectual Council (WKZIC)

Songpi-Lamka 

Press Release | 02 July 2023 

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ITLF is not aware of any contact between the CM & CSO groups

 

Hmar Students' Association: Condemnation

NEW DELHI, 02 JULY 2023 (PR): The Hmar Students’ Association Joint Headquarters Delhi stands united in grief and shock as we condemn the barbaric act committed by Meitei terrorists in Langza Village, Churachandpur District, Manipur. The recent incident concerning the brutal murder of Mr. David Thiek, a valiant defender and fellow kinsmen, has left our community shattered and appalled.

It is with deep sorrow that we express our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Mr. David |hiek. His courageous actions in defending his village until his last breath will forever be etched in our memories. His selflessness and unwavering commitment to protecting his fellow tribesmen serve as a shining example of bravery and resilience. 

The act of Meitei terrorists, who not only took the life of an innocent man but also callously displayed his severed head on a pole, is not only a gross violation of human rights but also an abomination against humanity itself. Such acts of violence have no place in our society and must be vehemently condemned. 

We want to emphasize that this cowardly act will not deter us, the Kuki-Hmar-Zomi-Mizo Tribals, from standing with our brethren tribes against these anti-national terrorists. We vow to remain resolute in our commitment to the safety and security of our communities. We firmly believe that the sacrifice of Mr. David Thiek will not go in vain, and we will continue to seek justice for his untimely demise. 

We strongly urge the authorities concerned to take swift and decisive action to bring the perpetrators of this heinous crime to justice. It is imperative that the guilty are held accountable for their actions, not only for the sake of justice but also to send a strong message that such acts of violence will not be tolerated. 

Pic: Tribal Village Defenders

Furthermore, we request the Central Government to provide increased security measures and support to the Kuki-Hmar-Zomi-Mizo community in Langza village and other vulnerable areas. It is crucial to ensure the safety and well-being of our people, who continue to face threats from these terrorists. 

We once again express our deepest condolences to the family of Mr. David Thiek. May his soul rest in eternal peace. We stand united in our resolve to combat terrorism and preserve the values of peace, harmony, and justice in our society. 

~ Issued by Information & Publicity

HSA Joint Headquarters Delhi

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Hmar Students Association (HSA)

Tuithaphai Joint Headquarters

CONDEMNATION

ITLF Condemns Gruesome Attack on Tribal Villages (VIDEO)

26 houses, 3 churches burnt, 1 tribal killed

LAMKA, 02 JULY 2023 (PR): The Indigenous Tribal Leaders Forum (ITLF) expresses its utmost condemnation and outrage at the recent heinous attack on the tribal villages of Langza and Chinglangmei of Lamka District (formerly Churachandpur), located around 70 kms southeast of Imphal at around 4 am in the morning. 

This brazen act of violence was perpetrated by a group of individuals, clad in black t-shirts, allegedly identified as members of Arambai Tengols. They were accompanied by a convoy of around 20 trucks suspected to contain members of Meira Paibis, radicalized groups Arambai Tenggol and Meitei Leepun, which further intensified the assault on the village. During the attack, the assailants callously looted the properties of the innocent villagers, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Subsequently, they proceeded to set fire to 26 houses and three churches (Independent Church of India, Evangelical Assembly Church, and Reformed Presbyterian Church), inflicting irreparable damage on the community. 

Regrettably, several village tribal volunteers were present during this terrifying ordeal. While two women and some men managed to escape, one villager, Mr. David Hmar, tragically lost his life. The assailants cruelly severed his neck and displayed his head on a fence, before callously discarding his body into one of the engulfed houses. This act of savagery demonstrates a complete disregard for human life and a reprehensible contempt for the tribal community. 

Furthermore, the ITLF is deeply disturbed by the abduction of five innocent villagers, adding to the already devastating impact of the ongoing spree of looting, murder, and arson in the tribal villages since May 3, 2023. This reprehensible act further highlights the urgent need for immediate action to ensure the safety and security of the tribal communities in Outer Manipur. 

Once again, the ITLF calls upon the Honorable President of India, the Honorable Prime Minister and concerned Union Ministers, and others at Raisina Hill to take swift and decisive action to bring the perpetrators of these heinous crimes to justice. Why has President’s Rule not been imposed yet? Is the Central Government waiting for the state-sponsored, Meitei-centric majority government of Manipur to complete the ethnic cleansing of the tribal community?

Additionally, we call upon the national and international community, human rights organizations and concerned individuals to unite in condemning this ongoing pogrom by the Meiteis. 

The ITLF continues to stand in solidarity with all our tribal communities during this dark and trying time. We remain steadfast and resolute in our commitment to safeguard our lands, rights, and identity in Outer Manipur and will not be bogged down by such inhuman atrocities unleashed upon us. We will stand tall and persevere. 

Ginza Vualzong,

Media & Publicity,

Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum (ITLF)

Lamka, Outer Manipur.

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Zomi Students' Federation (ZSF GHQ) Condemns

 LAMKA, 02 JULY 2023 (PR): Recent events have proved beyond any doubt the Nexus between the different sections of Meitei Society; their political leaders and their Armed radicalised groups such as Arambai Tengol or the Valley Based Insurgent Groups (VBIGs) or their womenfolk (Meira Paibi). The Nexus between the different sections of Meitei society has again resulted in the brutal killing by decapitation of David Thiek whose death ZSF deeply mourns. 

The Chief Minister’s visit to Laingoubi Ching today resulted in fierce fighting between Meitei insurgents and tribal village defenders in the area. It is obvious that the CM himself transported the attackers as part of his official convoy, in order not to be stopped by Central Security Forces maintaining a buffer zone. The increasing use of official channels and use of women and children so as to gain an advantage over the tribals has to be stopped and more determined action by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and Central Forces should be taken up. 

The tolerance for the illegal yet unpunished activities of the Meira Paibis by the Central Security Forces continues to baffle us. They accompany attackers and in most cases, ride along with them and go into action at the first sight of intervention by the Central Security Forces who try to end the violence the attackers they accompany perpetrate. This role of accompanying the attackers is now being played by the Chief Minister himself which ZSF condemns in the strongest terms. 

It is unfortunate that yet another member of the Zomi-Kuki-Hmar, David Thiek, has fallen victim to the complicity of the political leadership and the Meira Paibis with their armed terrorist groups.

 ~ Issued byInformation and Publicity Wing (IPW)

Zomi Students’ Federation (ZSF-GHQ)

 (Federation of SSPP, KZP, ZILLAI, TCSA, TSP, MSO & ZSP)

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ITLF Women Wing reformed

ITLF Women Wing toh kisai

Lamka, 1st July, 2023: Apaisa ITLF Public Consultative Meeting 28th June 2023 ni a thupukna dungzui in, zan 30th June 2023 ni in HSA Complex, Rengkai Road ah ITLF Women Wing hun bangtan hiam nasemlou a om pen, hih hing thak in om hi. Hiai hun a Tribe Women organisation tuamtuam paikhawm te’n ITLF Women Wing committee member di kitelna nei ua, a nuai a te heutu ding in telkhia uhi. 

Convenor : Mary Jones

Co-Convenors : Muannou

Rebecca Hmar

Aning Haokip

Lalkhummi

Secretary : Rose Hoineu

Asst. Secretaries : 

Hohoih Vaiphei

Nuam Darngawn

Vahneo

Finance Secretary: Hatboi

Information Secretaries : 

Julie Gangte

Helamboi Baite

L. Ruthy

Chinhoinuam

Beaula

Manliankim

Spokesperson : Rose Ngaihte

Advisor : Rev. Stephen Chinzathang

ITLF Women Wing hih hing nawn ahih toh kiton in Veng tuamtuam a Unit kibawlsa teng leng mohpuakna kikhek lamdang omlou in hinsak ahi. 

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