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UKNA: Pu PS Haokip KNA President henga hetsah

Office of the
UNITED KUKI NATIONAL ARMY (UKNA)
Government of KUKI-GAM
General Headquarters

Date: 11/03/2025

Pu PS Haokip KNA President henga hetsah

May 3rd 2023 nikhoa meilhei ten thachimit gam dia eihin boluva, numei, chapang chuleh tehse chan gei a melse tah leh mihem chon ngailou a eibol gal eihin bol khum niu kipat tuni geihin, nampin kineppi tah a inei uleh ina tahsan u Pu, PS Haokip in nam khankho ding gel a atohding ho ahin toh a anam mite kibol naho hi ipi tilam dol a policy leh program ahin gon di ham? tia Kuki nampin akinga jing lai in, gel lou lamtah leh kidah umtah in melma boipi lou in Kuki gam le amipite huh na dinga thisan phal ngam a asun ajan a gal bol a gilkel dangchah thoh la gal dou ho chu, GMFDI mun ah Pathen helou ho ahi tin ataitom in, social media jousea muthei in aum in ahi. Chukitleh hiche keo hilou in anoija lamkai ama adei dei a aman thei mi khat le ni toh akihou lhijing in atoh khompi lamkai dang hetlou in anop nop in KNO letter head mangchan ama personal interest mei mei leh popularity deinan press release ana bol jing in ahi. Chuleh gam le nam melma ten alah ding deilou na hung kisem UKNA hi amanchah thei police team khat akisem in, Indian army INT phasah khat toh akitho in suhmang ding agong jing in, it umtah le gamle nam adia kipedoh lamkai phasah khat jong ama ho policy jeh in ina chan taove.

Mun chom chom a nam ngailu gollhang ijat ham in aji acha dalha a ahinkho nampia dia apeh a mitsin khojin ato laija pohnat na beihel a Pathen helou gam ahi ati theija, numei chapang civil, chuleh students ho gei in Jalen ding deina ahinkho ato nikho a jong, 'gal bol angaipoi gal akichai tai, Tracy la kasha sah a jong chu gal kichai ahitai ati', ahi atin, munchom chom a asopi anam mite ka le mao mitsin khojin lhung isah lou beh a aum hin PS Haokip kitipa hi Kuki lamkai titah lou Kuki chapa dinga tahsan umlou ahe. Phat jousen Centre Force ho kom ah UKNA operation bolkhum din aga tem jing in, tuchung a Songphu Camp kisuse a khomite mol le khao thoh na jouse ama jeh ahi. UKNA in nam ngailu nam sepoy jouse michom in akigel pon tuni chan in koima noise naleh doumah ding jong akigel pon, Kuki nam mipite jouse huh ding leh Kuki mipite leh Kuki gam huh khom ding in gam le nam ngailu jouse toh tohkhom jing akidei in, tongkhom din jong kot lentah aki hong in ahi.

Hijeh chun Pu PS Haokip in nasuhkhel na, som lah a khat bep hung kimin phah hohi nahet them ding agang thei pen a President kahi natina a kon a naki resign ding ahi. Naki resign louva ahileh Kuki nam puimang/ puimah thah ding go nahin naki moh vetlou ding ahi, koicha koinao chu nangho dei phat phat a tha a ahiloule government sepai toh line holna dia matsah a mol le khao nehsah ding koima aumpoi.

Kuki nam kangailui natileh akin thei pen a KNO President kahi natina a kona naki resign din avel in organization in nampi ding gel nan avel vel in hetsah nahi.

Defence Secretary
UKNA

~ WAP

ARAMBAI TENGGOL: MEITEI MILITIA | PRESS RELEASE

Arambai Tenggol // Press Release

Shaikh Abid Hasan Speaks Out: Justice for Kuki-Zo

Zogam Today Exclusive Interview

As violence continues in Manipur, the name of the Kuki-Zo people has spread far and wide. 

Mr. Shaikh Abid Hasan, a 34-year-old Bengali social activist from Kolkata, has been actively supporting and speaking up for the Kuki-Zo tribal Christians, who were attacked by the dominant Hindu Meiteis, in his own capacity.

In a candid conversation with our Joint Editor, Shaikh Abid Hasan shared that he will continue to stand with the Kuki-Zo people and fight for justice until it is served.

Here’s how the conversation went:

Can you introduce yourself and your work as a social activist?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: I am a social as well as media activist since 2012. But now I am a politician. I represented Indian Secular Front and Sanjukta Morcha in the 2021 WB elections. I have been part of We Dravidians, Bengali Academia for Social Empowerment, Anti CAA-NRC Mancha, SC-ST-OBC Adhikar Mancha. I am the co-founder of Bastar Solidarity Chapter Kolkata and DYNT (Democratize Your Nation Today) on YouTube. We have three channels—DYNTLAND, DYNT Bangla, and DYNT News. I have been instrumental in ensuring OBC reservation continues in West Bengal in PSC and PhD allocation. One of my achievements is stopping exams from being scheduled during the two Eid holidays in West Bengal and ensuring the declaration of a two-day Eid holiday.

What inspired you to become a social activist?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: My father was very instrumental in making me politically literate. My late Mejo Kaka was a CPIM panchayat member. I have always been around politics. This is my calling. Later, when I read the Qur’an in my adult life, I got direction to fight for the majloom irrespective of community against the zalim.

How did you first learn about the struggles of the Kuki-Zo community?
Shaikh Abid Hasan:: I first learnt about the Kuki community when I learned about Subhas Chandra Bose in school on the internet. Later, out of curiosity, I started researching Manipur after 2014 and got to know about them.

Why do you stand in solidarity with the Kuki-Zo people?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: I stand in solidarity with them because, as a Bengali nationalist, I have incurred a debt to my ancestors who were fighting for independence. This is historic solidarity forged during World War II. I am forever in service of the Kuki-Zo people, who helped Subhas Chandra Bose in freeing India. When no Indian inside India was supporting Bose, the Kuki, Mizo, Chin, and Lushai did.

Have you faced any challenges for supporting the Kuki-Zo community?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: Yes, the biggest challenge has been communication. I have been fighting Hindu nationalism since 2013, so throwing my weight behind the Kuki-Zo was not difficult, considering the catastrophic events in Imphal on 3/4/5 May 2023. Getting trolled, abused, and threatened with legal cases is not an issue. But it has been hard to activate mainland Indians as they are still quite ignorant.

In what ways have you shown support to the Kuki-Zo people?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: I have given them political advice, media strategy, education, invited them on podcasts, tried to streamline their resistance, and helped in forecasting. I have advocated for them across platforms and political parties. I represented Global Citizens For Kuki-Zo in Mizoram, where I met MZP, YMA, MNF, ZPM, and CM Lalduhoma. I discussed the idea of Greater Mizoram with Chief Minister Lalduhoma. He was very impressed that an outsider was aware of the concept. The Kuki-Zo people must actively engage with the Indian political system and lead the fight against Hindu ethnic democracy. It is now in their best interest to work towards changing the BJP-led government at the Centre and in all states to ensure India remains secular. When the Home Minister doesn’t want to control Kuki UT from Delhi using central forces, the demand for separate administration becomes an acid test of secularism for Hindu-majority India.

Pu Lalduhoma, Chief Minister, Mizoram

How do you think other communities can stand in solidarity with them?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: Other communities, barring Mizos, have not been able to express the kind of solidarity we expect. This is a problem of doing politics in a non-Hindi market.

Have you worked with other activists or organisations for this cause?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: I have only worked with Global Citizens For Kuki-Zo for this cause.

What kind of response do you get from your own community regarding your support for the Kuki-Zos?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: In both Bengali Hindu and Bengali Muslim spaces, there is considerable interest. One of my allies, Dr. Prasenjit Biswas, was already a great friend of Kuki-Zo before I even spoke. My party, the Indian Secular Front, led a rally to Manipur House in Kolkata. ISF MLA Nawsad Siddiqui has given many statements. We have done a press briefing as well. A female activist of mine from the Bengali nationalist space, Debaroti, has intervened for the Kuki-Zo in Bengali media.

How can interfaith solidarity help in times of crisis?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: The idea of interfaith unity is not the right way to look at this issue because Hinduism does not have the power to bring justice to the oppressed. All victims of Hindu nationalism must come together against the idea of “Hindi-Hindu-Hindustan”. This fight is bigger than religion. We are living under a system that favours Hindus. In this situation, we are like the Palestinians, Yezidis, and Kurds who face attacks from powerful groups. Zionism, Bangladeshi Nationalism, Hindu Nationalism, and Buddhist Nationalism are all forms of racism or Brahmanism. 

How do you see the present situation of the Kuki-Zo people in Manipur?

Shaikh Abid Hasan: The present situation of the Kuki, Zomi, and Hmar peoples is extremely bad. It has become worse than 3 May 2023. Physical violence has scaled down, but epistemological violence has reached a point where many Kuki-Zo feel that dying is better than fighting in a democratic manner against the Hindu State, as we saw on 8 March.

What do you think are the main causes of the ongoing conflict?

Shaikh Abid Hasan: The main reason is lust for land and caste attitudes towards the Kuki-Zo middle class in government. The Hindu nationalists want to create a pure devbhoomi of Vernacular Hindutva Nationalist Kangleipak. The threat of ethnic cleansing by the BJP is still on.

Have you visited the affected areas or interacted with displaced people?

Shaikh Abid Hasan: I met IDPs in Mizoram. I did talk to some digitally. I was unable to go to Lamka.

What is your message to the victims of violence and displacement?

Shaikh Abid Hasan: They must have faith in God and in Kuki-Zo youngsters and people like Dr. Tara Manching, Dr. Mary Grace, Vishwajeet, Lien Gangte, Prof. Khan Kham Suan Hausing, and Dr. Thongkolal Haokip to deliver.

What role do you think the government should play in resolving the issue?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: This government will not resolve this issue. The RSS taught the Meiteis to rape and kill Kuki-Zo people, just as they did during the massacre of Pangals (Muslims) in 1993, which also began on May 3.

The day the Waqf Bill was tabled in the Indian Parliament, President’s Rule was imposed in Manipur. Do you think this decision is fair?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: I don’t see this as a question of fairness. We are not living in a secular India anymore. Modi is the “Hindu Hriday Samrat”—he puts his Hindu identity first. Their goal is to take away the lands of Christians and Muslims and force women from our communities into exploitation—just like what happened to Jews in Germany. Caste Hindus believe they have a right to our land and our women. That’s why they raped Bilkis Bano and Kuki-Zo women. The politics of Assam, Meiteis, Hindus, and even Pakistan are the same—we have seen how Pakistan and Assam treated women in history.

Which community do you think will benefit more from the Waqf Bill?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: Clearly, the Brahmin-Bania power structure in India will benefit the most. The Waqf Bill was not made to return Muslim lands to Muslims. Instead, it gives the district collector the power to decide who is a Muslim. Non-Muslims will sit in tribunals and decide on Muslim matters. This is nothing but another tool for state control over Muslim properties. 

There have been reports of Manipur Muslims (Meitei-Pangal) being threatened, attacked, and even killed by the Arambai Tenggol militia. How do you feel about these incidents? 
Shaikh Abid Hasan: This is all part of Hindu nationalism. Sometimes, Hindi-speaking Hindus carry out these attacks. Other times, it is local Hindus who justify violence using Sanamahism. We have already seen how Meitei Christians were forced to return to Hinduism through “Ghar Wapsi”. Now, the victims include Pangals, Nagas, Kuki-Zo people, Bengalis in Jiribam, and other tribal Christians.

Heinrich Himmler used the Bhagavad Gita and Mahabharata to justify the genocide of Jews. Caste discrimination against Dalits, Tribals, and Bahujans comes from Hindu teachings. In the name of Hinduism, Modi was responsible for two major riots—the Gujarat riots of 2002 and the Muzaffarnagar riots before the 2014 elections. It is not difficult to see the same pattern in the Delhi riots and the violence against the Kuki-Zo people in Imphal. Attacks on churches today are a continuation of the BJP’s policies, which were seen earlier during the Kandhamal riots. 

On International Women’s Day, several Kuki women were injured due to alleged assaults by central forces during a protest in Kangpokpi. What does this incident reveal about the state of women's rights and security in conflict-affected regions like Manipur?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh were built on the suffering of women. Women in the Global South have always been brutalised by the state. If you are a religious, ethnic, linguistic, caste minority—and a woman—then the state will crush your rights. Now, Kuki-Zo women must channel their inner Phoolan Devi. They must force the Modi government to ensure justice. They must challenge Draupadi Murmu and ask what kind of a woman president she is if she remains silent on this. 

The Manipur government sent MST buses with security forces into Kuki-Zo areas under the pretext of peace, which resulted in violent clashes, injuries to Kuki women, and the death of a civilian. How does this action align with the government’s stated objective of restoring peace, and what could have been a better approach?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: The government wants peace only because their experiment has failed. They could have easily created a Union Territory with a Legislative Assembly or Greater Mizoram and let corporations buy land from Kuki-Zo people. But their policies are Hindu-oriented. So they want to satisfy Meitei lust for Hills. Instead of solving the issue fairly, they are appeasing Meitei greed for the hills. They want to create another Deucha Pachami or Bastar in Manipur—where indigenous people lose their land to corporate and state interests. 

What do you suggest for the two SOO (Suspension of Operations) groups—KNO (Kuki National Organisation) and UPF (United People’s Front)?

Shaikh Abid Hasan: The SOO groups are not prepared to counter the BJP’s strategies. Today, politics is no longer just about money, weapons, or facts—it is about controlling the narrative through new media. The BJP, led by Amit Shah, is a master at this game. Meta Hindutva, a digital and ideological strategy, is something these groups have little experience in. They should allow Kuki-Zo people outside Manipur—who understand Hindu nationalism—to take the lead in this battle of narratives. 

What steps can the 10 Kuki-Zomi-Hmar MLAs take to support their people?

Shaikh Abid Hasan: These MLAs have many options, but they seem unwilling to take strong actions. They could have:

1. Resigned from the BJP as a sign of protest.
2. Held a large protest in Delhi, even something symbolic like a naked parade, to draw national and international attention.
3. Started a fast unto death or a Shaheen Bagh-style protest, making their voices heard.

However, those within the BJP appear to prioritize the party over their community. They have not shown the courage to stand up for their people. 

Do you have any suggestions for Kuki-Zo leaders?

Shaikh Abid Hasan: Yes, Kuki-Zo leaders need to wake up. They must realize that they are dealing with a Hindu ethnic democracy. They should start engaging with people like Shaikh Abid Hasan and others who have been fighting against the Hindu nationalist state for years. They must educate themselves, build strong alliances, and take bold steps to protect their community. It is time for real leadership—not just words but actions.

Do you think the media is fairly covering the issues faced by the Kuki-Zos?

Shaikh Abid Hasan: Indian media is stacked against the Kuki-Zo—both Godi Media as well as anti-BJP media. We must not forget that the Reporters’ Collective justified the genocide of the Kuki-Zo from a liberal praxis.

How can social media help in spreading awareness?

Shaikh Abid Hasan: Social Media is the reason why Kuki Zo is alive in India. Otherwise, they would have been buried deep inside Kukiland.

Have you faced any backlash for speaking out on this issue?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: Yes. My Twitter profile and YouTube Channel have been shadow-banned. Meitei BJP and Hindutva Trolls have tagged NIA and CBI on my voice recordings to harass me.

Why are the Meitei people so skilled at creating and spreading fake news, photos, and videos on social media?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: They have been trained by their middle class, especially those working in corporate jobs and the government, as well as by the BJP. Their propaganda methods follow the Hindutva playbook. In the past, when they were separatists, China trained them. Now, India’s intelligence agencies (IB and R&AW) and the RSS are training them.

What is Himanta Biswa Sarma’s role in Biren Singh’s political career?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: Himanta Biswa Sarma is like a mentor to Biren Singh. He helped him leave the Congress party in 2016 and made sure he became the Chief Minister of Manipur. During the recent conflict, Sarma quietly supported Biren and avoided saying anything that could make him look bad. Both of them share the same anti-Christian agenda in India.

How can young people contribute to raising awareness?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: Young Kuki Zo have to dislodge their leaders and MLAs. Politics is now a young person’s game. As Dr. Seilen Haokip said, it might take two decades. Young people have time on their side. By the time India decides to give Separate Administration (SA), they will be abreast with everything. Besides, new media requires young, smart people who are street-savvy.

What do you hope to see in the future for the Kuki-Zo people?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: I hope to see political, legal, and constitutional awareness in Kuki Zo. Seeking justice alone won’t work. They have to create cultural capital.

What steps should be taken to promote peace and harmony in Manipur?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: Peace and harmony cannot be revived in Manipur without dismantling Manipur into three UTs or one Imphal UT, Greater Mizoram, and Greater Nagaland under the Indian Constitution.

How can different communities work together for justice and reconciliation?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: They need to create a common organisation, share ideas, and resources. Peace and reconciliation can only come after Meiteis reform themselves. They need salvation from the evil RSS.

What role does religion play in promoting peace in such conflicts?

Shaikh Abid Hasan: Gaudiya Vaishnavism and Sanamahism are not peaceful religions. Vivekananda criticized the caste system in Hinduism. Constitutionally, even Sanamahism is a Hindu faith. Vivekananda saw hope in Islam and Christianity. Maybe Meiteis need to change their religion for reform.

If you were given the chance to be the Prime Minister, Home Minister, or Chief Minister of Manipur, what would be the first thing you would do to solve this crisis?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: Wrong question. They are responsible for this mess. They don’t want to solve it. Amit Shah has said, “No Kuki UT (No Union Territory for Kuki)”. Without changing the government at the Centre, Kuki Zo will not get Separate Administration. They should go on tour and educate people against BJP.

Do you have any message for people who are hesitant to support this cause?
Shaikh Abid Hasan: If you are hesitant, no problem. Give the resources to us and support us. They can engage in a silent movement within—a whisper campaign.

~ Zogam Today | 11.03.2025

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REBUT TO THE CLAIM OF MANIPUR AS MEITEI’S ONLY BY TH. MANIHAR, PRESIDENT, FOCS

Matang phibamna purakpana Th. Manihar, President FOCS amadi Korounganba Khuman, C-in-C, Arambai Tengol terrorist anigi wahei wata asumna sengdokchari.

1.Th. Manihar, FOCS ki president na Free Movement lamtharamdaidah pikhiba speech tah "Manipur se Meitei khaktagini" haikhibadubu mahak masagi hourakphom amadi Manipur gi asengba itihas (history) kari matah khangdaba malli. Meiteina shangshar sidah leitatringei Manipur hills territory dah Ningthou - 12 (taranithoi) na ruled touramkhre, makhoi sing adu - (i) Chahsat Ningthou (ii) Laijang Ningthou (iii) Molpi Ningthou (iv) Tonglhu (Tonglu) Ningthou (v) Chohte (Chothe) Ningthou (vi) Thayang Ningthou (vii) Kharam Ningthou (viii) Maring Ningthou (ix) Langmai Ningthou (x) Makeng Ningthou (xi) Maram Ningthou amasung (xii) Mapao Ningthou ni.

2.Chothe-Kuki leishabi Lenghoi (Meiteina Leinung Yaibirok thonbi) ga Lairen Ningthou gana aronba mari leinarakpadagi Lenghoi mirollakkhi aduga machanupa ama pokkhi, maming na Nongda Lairen Pakhangba thonkhi (First King of Meitei). Pakhangbana mapung marep pharaklabadah mama Lenghoi na Lai-Kuki Leishabi Lheisi (Laisra as called by Meitei) bu haina singnaduna luhong-khongdong hanbikhi. Makhoi anina chada-nouda palem panthou 7(taret) phangkhi. Mamingna - Mangang, Luwang, Angom, Khuman, Moilang, Khabanganba amasung Sarang Leishangthem ni. Maisini Meitei singna Yek-Salai Taret hairidu. Th. Manihar, President FOCS ki yumnak Th. haisigi full form na karino, Thounaojam oiragadi Yekna Luwang oini, Thangjam oiragana Khuman oini, Thokchom oiragana Moilang oini, karigumba Thongam oiragana Khabanganba oitabani. Masi eina hektah haijin semjinba nate - Puya Meithaba (1732 AD) matamdah Pamheibagi tamthiba mihatpu kibadagi Moirang/Moilang gi Maichou - 9(mapan) konna Moirangkhom dah hattokkhiba sing aduna Kuki Ningthou amadah sinnakhiba Puya/Puran Lairik tugi matung inna eejarakpani.

3.Kupna neinarudragasuh ngasi Meitei populatioin dah 30% se Kukigi eeni, 20% amana Shantidas Gosai amasung atei Bengali Meitei nupi loubasinggi eeni (Source: Puyas), aduga 20% amana Burmese Shan gi eeni (Source: A Letter Written to PM Modi on 23rd, August 2023 by Dr. San Sai Aik, Chairman, Tai History Research Group of Yangoon Township No. 43A Baho Road, Thamine (2) Mayangone Township, Ph. No. + 959899915166.

4.UN gi Meeting amada COCOMI gi luchingba Athouba Khuraiyam na Meitei se minority ni akhoigi population na 8.5 lakhs khaktani hairibadu asengbani mahakna piriba Meitei population adu Pakhangbagi asengba suron singgi population ni.

5.Korounganba Khuman, rapist luchingbana asumna hai "Our mission is to instill fear and make people cower at the mere presence of Meiteis". Arambai Tengol gi atoppa maming na "Porn Tengol" oibana sagi lamchat chatpana nupi meina kinabani adubu Kuki lanmi meinadi tumit kang gumna khalli. Macha singgi aram-khourang pennanaba mama oibi Meirapaibi singna tribal nupi sing pha pharaga macha Porn Tengol singdah pijabani. Meirapaibi na meichubi olle ngasidi.

Korounganbana khanggadaba amana Manipur history dah Meiteina Kuki singbu lan dah mateng pangbi haiba suklei leite adubu lanphom kajadah Kuki singna Meitei dah mateng pang aga kanbiramba khaktani. Chahi-7(taret) khuntakpadah Herachandra amasung Chorjit anibu Khongsat Kuki Ningthouna Awa gi makhut tagi kanbikhi. Chandrakirti bu Molbem Ningthou gi makhuttagi Chongja Kuki Ningthouna kanbirame. Gambhir Singh busuh Rabinao Chandragi makhuttagi Kuki Ningthou singna kanbiraga ningthou oihankhibani. Sir James Johnstone na November 1878 Kohima expedition gi matangdah asumna report toukhi, "The Manipur Army (Meiteis) had performed no other operations in the war except as coolies, cooks and bring supplies". Meiteis are coward nation.

Ngasi suh Kuki na Meitei dah kiningai machak karimatah leite, noi tasengna narin leiba oiragadi Central Forces and Army mei loi hanhankhrase aduga angam angamba shettatnarase, noina ngam agana akhoigi lam loujahou akhoina ngam agana naningthou Bodhachandra na India dah pithokkhiba 26500 hectares/pari of land dusuh akhoigi oijahouge aduga Kangla buna konnung oijage, kari khalli okpi Sanathoi.

Kukiland na Yaiphare.
Adomgi,

SL Kuki
from Kukilang, India.
Dated: 10th March 2025 

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ZSF GHQ: THANK YOU MESSAGE

ZOMI STUDENTS' FEDERATION
General Headquarters

THANK YOU MESSAGE
10-03-2025

The office of the Zomi Students' Federation - General Headquarters (ZSF-GHQ) would like to thank all who cooperated in making today's Shutdown a success. The Shutdown had become necessary as it was a means to demonstrate our collective frustration at the recent fallout of the Govemment's 'Free Movement Initiative' which led to the death of one youth and injuries to over fifty civilians.

ZSF-GHQ thanks all Federal Units for their contribution in the Shutdown and for sending their representatives.

ZSF-GHQ would like to thank the authorities of schools and colleges for cooperating in the Shutdown. ZSF-GHQ would also like to thank owners of businesses and other establishments who forewent a day of business and observed the Shutdown. Furthermore, special thanks is extended to the general public who gauged the general sentiment and observed the Shutdown.

Lastly, ZSF-GHQ thanks all its Volunteers who have been working tirelessly for the Zomi cause and for all 'Zo' brethren in general.

ZSF-GHQ would also like to state that normal life will resume from 5:00 PM today evening i.e., 10-03-2025.

Information & Publicity Wing (IPW)

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UNITED BAPTIST CONVENTION (UBC) FORMED IN MANIPUR

MANIPUR CONFLICT LEADS TO SPLIT IN CHURCH

Kangpokpi, Manipur , March 9th- In a significant development, the ongoing conflict in Manipur has led to a formal division within the Baptist Church in the state. Several Kuki-Zo Baptist churches have officially broken away from the Manipur Baptist Convention (MBC) to form the United Baptist Convention (UBC).

The separation was formalized in the presence of the MBC General Secretary and other leaders in Kangpokpi. The decision was prompted by the inability of Kuki-Zo members to attend office in Imphal due to the prevailing violence in the region.

As a result, the MBC was forced to replace the Kuki-Zo members, effectively recognizing the separation. This development marks a significant shift in the Baptist Church's structure in Manipur, highlighting the far-reaching impact of the conflict on the state's social and religious fabric.

The formation of the UBC is seen as a response to the growing insecurity and instability faced by the Kuki-Zo community in Manipur. The separation is likely to have significant implications for the Baptist Church's operations and outreach programs in the region.

The conflict in Manipur has been ongoing for several months, resulting in widespread violence, displacement, and human rights abuses. The impact on the state's religious and social institutions has been severe, with the Baptist Church being the latest casualty.

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UNITED BAPTIST CONVENTION (UBC) SEMDOH HITA

Manipur Baptist Convention (MBC) noiya kikhailha kiloikhomna sagi (7) - Kuki Baptist Convention (KBC), Chongthu Baptist Churches Association (CBCA), Thadou Baptist Association (TBA), Chin Baptist Association (CBA), Gangte Baptist Association (GBA), Simte Baptist Churches Association (SBCA), Vaiphei Baptist Churches Association (VBCA) in nisim 9 March 2025 nikho in MBC dalha in United Baptist Convention (UBC) ana kisemdoh in, phondohna (declaration) jong ana kineitan ahi.

Hiche phondohna kingon hi KBC Centre Church Kangpokpi mun a nisim 9 March 2025 (Sunday) nikho a MBC General Secretary le Cabinet jaona a kibol ahi. 

Pathen in UBC machalsah jing tahen.

(Photo: UBC & MBC leaders)

~ wap

Lalgouthang long post mortem kibol chai

kipa thusei na

Hospital a alongdamsa um na lai di

Kanggui: 09/03/25 --- Janni a KMC a security a khutna ana mol lem pasal hangsan Gl Lalgouthang Singsit longdamsa chu tu² chun Post-mortem akibol chai tan ahi.

Gl Lalgouthang longdamsa hi postmortem kichai jong le athu akisei kah a kipo doh lou ding ahi, alongdamsa hi tujan le District Hospital mun a opna um nalai ding ahi.

Alangkhat na Gl Lalgouthang longdamsa kiboi pi jing lai in along lup na din Kpi KBC Houbung in coffin ahinsem peh in chule Kpi KCC Houbung in sun nilhum a Hospital mun a thilong toupi hole aboipi ho don ding cha le tui ana podoh un mipi tou na ding camp le touna chair le bench chule light ho KCC KCK hon apodoh un, tujan mipi toukhovah ding ahijeh in jan gei langa don ding cha le nehthei ho KCC Houbung in ahin podoh kit un ahi.

Chule KTC gon dung jui a tujan toukhavah ding hi Kanggui ward no 1, 2 le 3 ho hiding ahi.

THE KANGGUI POST

RNCM

RNCM

VVEZ: BORDER FENCING NOT PERMITTED

VILLAGE VOLUNTEERS EZ PRESS RELEASE!

BORDER FENCING NOT PERMITTED!

KSOD president receives police summons

 Phatna hile, setna hile ka nam Kuki min a ka lamdoh FIR Letter.

Delhi Police in ka in bultah a ei hung thahlut pih😢

FIR No. 0017/2025 under subsection (1) of Section 41A CrPC/35 (3-6) BNSS.

Hence, I am being directed to appear before Delhi Police ACP, Parliament Street, New Delhi.

~ Paojakhup Guite, President, KSO Delhi & NCR

*via WAP

KSO City Branches: CONDEMNATION

 

 

Kuki Chiefs’ Association Ccpur | Kho Haosa Ho Hetsahna

 

KHO HAOSA HO HENG A THU-KIN HETSAH NA

9th March 2025 (Sunday)

Kuki Chiefs’ Association, Churahandpur Kho Haosa jouse heng’a Hetsah hung kinei nom chu ahi leh KZC in Total Shutdown aphon na chung’a anoija bang hin mipi leh akho kho a Haosa in ajui ding in khoh tah in hetsah na ahung kinei in ahi.
1. Akho akho Haosa in akhomi akivet-tup ding koima Haosa hetpeh louva CSO a pang ho tilou koima ngailut val jeh a Bandh bolla pan aga moh lah thei lou ding.
2. Haosa in akhoh dungjuija pan lah ding dan hihen lang kimanchah ding dan aphat dungjuija ahung kihetsah tai lou koi man ima abolthei lou ding ahi.

3. Chuleh KSO, CCpur in Bandh toh kisaija JUI DI HO (Guidelines) asem ho jui cheh ding. 
Achung’a kisei bang in Haosa cheh in akhomite aki vet tup ding in KCA akon thupeh leh Hetsah na ahung kineije.


Issued by:
Information & Publicity
Kuki Chiefs’ Association, Ccpur

KSO CCPUR: HETSAH THUPHON

 

Zomi Students Federation (ZSF) GHQ: Press Release

 

TYA GHQ: CONDEMNATION

PRESS COMMUNIQUE
The 09th March 2025

The Thadou Youth Association General Headquarters (TYA-GHQ) {a constituent unit of Thadou Inpi General Headquarters}, hereby condemns the brutal action of the State and Central government forces on the 8th March 2025, resulting in the death of our beloved brother Mr. Lalgouthang Singsit of Keithelmanbi Sadar Hills and injury over 40 women. The Kuki- Zo community suffered immense loss of the ethnic cleansing campaign inflicted upon our people by the majority Meitei Community since the 3rd May 2023 had always refrained from intruding across the "Buffer Zone" created by the Union Home minister.

While welcoming any effort for restoring peace and normalcy, we the TYA denounce the plan of the authorities to adopt and inflict arbitrary measures to extinguish the rightful demand of the Kuki-Zo community and to open broken bridges by coercion, masquerading in the guise of allowing free movement the boarders for the people ends separated over 22 months.

We support and fully endorsed the Indefinite Shutdown called by our political platform Kuki-Zo Council from the 8th of March 2025 consequently. We will fight tirelessly and perennially until our veins are filled with drops of blood to our demand for freedom, justice and determination in our ancestral land which was long forgotten and misinterpreted that which you mistook and favors the majoritarian supremacy of the ruling Central and State government which continue to suppress and justice being denied to the Kuki-Zo forcefully stated the apex Youth-Wing of the Thadou community!

Issued by
Dept. Information & Publicity
Thadou Youth Association (TYA GHQ)

KWOHR PRESS RELEASE

PRESS RELEASE
9th March 2025

The Kuki Women Organisation for Human Rights (KWOHR) firstly would like to express deep sorrow over the tragic passing of Mr. Lalgouthang Singsit, who was a victim of brutal actions by central para-military forces today at Keithelmanbi Military Colony (KMC), Kangpokpi District. The KWOHR condemns the lack of empathy from the government, which could have prevented this loss if they had understood the plight of the Kuki community. The KWOHR offers their condolences and solidarity to the grieving family and pray for the strength they need during this difficult time.

The KWOHR also strongly opposes the "Free Movement" programme that has been imposed by the authorities in the state of Manipur. The group views the programme as a reflection of the government's indifference and failure to address the struggles of the Kuki people, who have endured hardships for nearly two years.

The KWOHR criticizes the attempt to bring normalcy without addressing the root causes of the ongoing issues, calling it a populist move that sacrifices the Kuki community. We argue that such actions are unacceptable in any democratic society that values humanity.

The KWOHR also would like to highlight the failure of authorities to address the law-and-order situation in the valley districts of Manipur, pointing out that weapons looted from the state's armory have been used in attacks on Kuki villagers. The KWOHR denounces the claims that the situation has been addressed, stressing that the surrendering of a few assault rifles does not resolve the deeper issues of lawlessness, violence, and the ongoing threat to Kuki lives.

The KWOHR further criticizes the President's rule in Manipur, calling it a public relations strategy designed to cover up the injustices faced by the Kuki people and accuses the government of erasing the Kuki community's suffering from the historical narrative of Manipur and India. Despite this, the KWOHR asserts that the Kuki people will continue to stand as a reminder of the failure of both the Modi and Biren governments.

The brutal actions of the central military forces against peaceful women protesters are condemned, with KWOHR pointing out that, while the Kuki community may be small, they possess the solidarity and strength to resist oppression, just as they did during the struggle against the British Empire.

Finally, the KWOHR would like to reiterate its stance that a political solution must precede peace in the region, and it will not accept anything less than the fulfilment of the political demands of the Kuki people in the form of Union Territory with Legislatures.

KIMNEIHOI LHUNGDIM
General Secretary
KWOHR

~ WAP

KSO JIRI & TML: PRESS RELEASE

~ Wap

NSCN/GPRN: MICHAEL LAMJATHANG

~ WAP

🇵🇪VPC ,GHQ AKIPAT joint Condemnation

WAP

Open Letter to President, KNO

Informal Letter, 9/3/2025

To,

President/ Chairman,

KNO-UPF,

Thupi: 2008 Tripartite Agreement a "To protect and safeguard the Territorial Integrity of Manipur" clause lahdohna dinga taona.

Pu,

Achesa 22 August, 2008 kum a KNO-UPF & GoI-GoM in Tripartite Agreement nanabol u, kum 15 jou a Chief Minister, N. Biren Singh in 2023 March a ABROGATE anabol bana Manipur Assembly injong 29 February 2024 a chu SoO Pomlouna Resolution Assembly a analah utoh kilhon a, KNO-UPF injong ABROGATE bol a BIPARTITE only with GoI bou kachepi diu ahitai tiphat ahimong2 tai.

Akhuti louleh Mipi'n KNO-UPF chungah kinepna mong2 aneitahih beh jeng uve.

Chuleh Amit Shah in Kukiten UT athum uhi hitheilou ding (Tribune India, 8 March, 2025) ahi atihi *"To Safeguard the Territorial Integrity of Manipur"* chu ahin jing jeng nalai jeha asei ahi.

Hiche thana ding chu thil hahsa ahipoi. KNO-UPF Joint Press Note khat akisodoh leh akichai ahijenge.

WKZIC in kahin Draft pehthei u ahiye. Please, kindly ponder over it to regain the TRUST of Public and earn the respect of GoI....

With regards,

Dr. TS Haokip,

President, WKZIC

New Parliament | Delimitation | Probable No. of Seats 888

A Cry for Justice and True Peace

“Give justice to the weak and the orphan; maintain the right of the lowly and the destitute. Rescue the weak and the needy; deliver them from the hand of the wicked.” ~ Psalm 82:3-4 (NRSV)

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, as we come together with heavy hearts, we grieve the suffering and loss of innocent lives in Kangpokpi. On a day when the world was celebrating International Women’s Day, scores of Kuki women bore the brunt of violence at the hands of central security forces. One life, Mr. Lalgun Singsit of Keithelmanbi, was tragically cut short due to bullet wounds. The actions of the authorities, under the guise of restoring peace, have instead deepened wounds and ignited further resistance among the Kuki people.

In times like these, we turn to the Word of God, seeking guidance, comfort, and justice. Psalm 82:3-4 calls us to give justice to the weak, to uphold the rights of the oppressed, and to rescue the needy from the hands of the wicked. This passage is not just a poetic prayer but a divine mandate -- a call to action for those who believe in a just and righteous God.

The Illusion of Peace Without Justice

The situation in Manipur exposes a deep and painful reality -- there can be no true peace without justice. The forced entry of MST buses into Kuki areas under the pretext of peace and normalcy, despite the lack of dialogue or resolution between Kuki and Meitei leaders, is not a step towards healing but an act of coercion. The so-called “double-engine government” has used force rather than understanding, oppression rather than reconciliation. But can peace ever be built upon the suffering of the innocent?

The Bible teaches us that peace is not the absence of conflict but the presence of justice. Jeremiah 6:14 warns against superficial solutions: “They have treated the wound of my people carelessly, saying, ‘Peace, peace,’ when there is no peace.” Any attempt to impose peace without addressing the wounds and grievances of the people is like covering a deep wound with a thin bandage—it will not heal but will fester.

God’s Heart for the Oppressed

Throughout Scripture, we see God’s unwavering concern for the oppressed. Jesus Himself stood with the marginalized, defended the voiceless, and confronted unjust authorities. When an adulterous woman was about to be stoned, Jesus challenged the hypocrisy of her accusers (John 8:1-11). When the poor and outcast were overlooked, Jesus embraced them with love and dignity. Today, as our Kuki women and brothers face injustice, we must remember that God is on the side of the afflicted.

Psalm 34:18 reminds us: “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” The death of Mr. Lalgun Singsit is not unnoticed by God. The tears and pain of our people are not ignored in heaven. The cries of the innocent are heard, and God's justice will prevail in His time.

A Call to Stand for Justice and Hope

As Christians, our faith calls us to speak up for truth, to stand with the oppressed, and to pursue justice. Proverbs 31:8-9 commands us: “Speak out for those who cannot speak, for the rights of all the destitute. Speak out, judge righteously, defend the rights of the poor and needy.” 

We must pray, but we must also act. We must seek peace, but not at the cost of silence in the face of injustice. The Church must be a prophetic voice, echoing the cries of the afflicted and demanding accountability from those in power.

Brothers and sisters, let us not lose hope. Though darkness surrounds us, God is still at work. The resurrection of Christ reminds us that suffering is not the end -- justice and restoration will come. As we mourn, let us also stand firm in faith, knowing that our God is a God of justice, righteousness, and true peace. Have a Blessed Sunday!

~ TBCD NEWSLETTER | 09.03.2025