Rajiv Singh Relinquishes Charge as Manipur DGP
Imphal, May 31, 2026: Shri Rajiv Singh, IPS, today relinquished the charge of Director General of Police (DGP), Manipur, after serving as the State’s top police officer for the past three years.
On the occasion, Shri Rajiv Singh expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the people of Manipur, elected representatives, civil society organisations, and public leaders from both the hill and valley districts for their cooperation and support throughout his tenure.
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He also conveyed his sincere appreciation to the security forces, including the Army, Assam Rifles, CRPF, BSF, ITBP, SSB, CISF, and other sister agencies for their continued cooperation and assistance in maintaining peace and security across the State.
Extending his best wishes to the incoming DGP, Shri Rajiv Singh also conveyed his appreciation to all officers and personnel of the Manipur Police for their dedication and service. He expressed confidence that the force would continue to serve the people of Manipur with professionalism, commitment, and dedication in the years ahead.
His departure marks the end of a three-year tenure during which he worked closely with various stakeholders and security agencies in addressing the State’s law and order challenges.
KSO Delhi | Blood in the Hills: Can Manipur Ever Heal?
ON the afternoon of 30 May 2026, a heavy, somber silence fell over the Press Club
of India on Raisina Road. Outside, the capital sweltered in summer heat, but
inside, the air was thick with the collective grief of a people pushed to their
absolute brink. Organised by the Kuki Students’ Organisation (KSO) Delhi &
NCR, a press conference brought together community leaders, scholars, and
heartbroken family members. Their purpose was clear yet devastating: to sound
an urgent alarm on what they describe as the systematic persecution and
targeted victimization of the Kuki-Zo people in Manipur.
For
over three years, since ethnic violence first tore through the northeastern
state in May 2023, the region has been trapped in a relentless cycle of
bloodshed. Yet, the catalyst for this emergency gathering was a fresh tragedy: a
shocking act of violence that has shattered the fragile hope for peace in the
hills.
An Ambush on Peace: The
Slain Pastors
The conference opened with a deeply moving address by Dr. Mary Grace Zou, a prominent Delhi University educator and a fierce voice for the Kuki-Zo community. Her voice trembled but remained steady as she detailed the events of 13 May 2026.
The conference opened with a deeply moving address by Dr. Mary Grace Zou, a prominent Delhi University educator and a fierce voice for the Kuki-Zo community. Her voice trembled but remained steady as she detailed the events of 13 May 2026.
Without
warning, roughly ten armed men carrying automatic weapons ambushed the
vehicles. A spray of bullets claimed the lives of three senior Kuki-Zo pastors:
Rev. Dr. Vumthang Sitlhou, Rev. Kaigoulun Lhouvum, and Pastor Paogoulen
Sitlhou. Four others were left severely injured.
Taking the podium next, Mr. Thangminlal Doungel, a research scholar and Vice President of KSO Delhi & NCR, placed the current bloodshed into a broader, documented historical context. He dismantled the harmful political rhetoric that labels the Kuki-Zo people as “foreigners” or “migrants” on their own land.
Perhaps the most gripping moment of the afternoon came via video conference from Manipur. Haominlun Sitlhou, the son of the murdered Rev. Dr. Vumthang Sitlhou, stared into the camera from his home. The audience listened in breathless silence.
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His
father’s legacy was one of bridge-building; Rev. Dr. Sitlhou’s own mother
belonged to the Naga Rongmei community, and his family had spent generations
spreading faith and fellowship across ethnic divides. The young man’s grace in
the face of profound personal loss stood as a powerful rebuke to the ongoing
violence.
The Demand for
Accountability and a Way Forward
The conference concluded with powerful appeals from Ms. Kim Haokip, spokesperson for the Kuki-Zo Women Forum Delhi, and Professor Pauthang Haokip of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).
Ms.
Haokip spoke passionately about the ongoing hostage crisis, noting that 14 Kukimen remain unaccounted for after being abducted following the May 13 ambush.
The conference concluded with powerful appeals from Ms. Kim Haokip, spokesperson for the Kuki-Zo Women Forum Delhi, and Professor Pauthang Haokip of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).
What this press conference makes undeniably clear is that Manipur can no longer be treated with temporary, band-aid solutions or selective justice. The tragic ambush of peaceful pastors and the subsequent hostage crisis are symptoms of a much deeper institutional failure. When peacemakers are murdered with absolute impunity, the entire fabric of a democratic society is under threat.
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India’s First “Ningol Van” Launched at Taobungkhok, Imphal West
Imphal, 31 May 2026: The Association of MSAP (Manipur Students’ Association, Pune) Alumni, Manipur, a registered society under the Manipur Societies Registration Act, 1989 (Regn. No. 915/M/SR/2025), successfully launched its year-long statewide tree plantation campaign with a major plantation drive held at Taobungkhok, Imphal West District, on Sunday, 31st May 2026, under the theme “Now for Climate.”
The programme,
held from 7:00 a.m. to 11:am, was organized by the Association of MSAP
Alumni, Manipur, in association with the Council for Educational
Administration and Management (CEAM), Manipur Chapter, and the Taobungkhok
Progressive Youth Pioneers’ Association (TPYPA), with support from the Forest
Department, Government of Manipur.
The event was
graced by Shri L. Joykumar Singh, IFS, Chief Conservator of Forests, as
the Chief Guest. Shri R.K. Amarjit Singh, IFS, Conservator of Forests,
Central Circle, and Shri Vikram Suresh Nadhe, IFS, Divisional Forest
Officer, Central Forest Division, attended as Guests of Honour. The
programme was presided over by Prof. (Dr.) Th. Asha Sinha, President,
Association of MSAP Alumni, Manipur.
In her
presidential address and vote of thanks, Prof. (Dr.) Th. Asha Sinha expressed
sincere gratitude to the Forest Department, Government of Manipur, for its
wholehearted support in making the programme a success. She particularly
acknowledged the Department’s assistance in providing saplings, technical support,
manpower, and an Earth Auger Machine for pit digging during the preparatory
phase.
She also
conveyed appreciation to the partner organizations - CEAM, Manipur Chapter, and
TPYPA - as well as members of the Association, MSAP students, local residents,
Meira Paibi groups, and the women participants of the Ningol Van initiative for
their enthusiastic participation and cooperation.
As part of the
plantation drive, approximately 300 saplings of indigenous and
environmentally suitable species, including Bokul, Leihao, Heikru, Yongchak,
Mayokpha, Manahei, Jam, Theibong, and other locally adapted species, were
planted across five locations in Taobungkhok village:
1.
Ipa Loyarakpa Ima Ningthemleima Lai Haraobung
2.
Eco-Tourism Park
3.
Taobungkhok Upper Primary School
4.
TWC Hockey Ground
5.
Water Supply Pukhri Campus
The plantation
drive was undertaken with the objective of promoting environmental stewardship,
enhancing green cover, restoring local ecosystems, and contributing to climate
resilience and sustainable development in Manipur.
A special
highlight of the programme was the establishment of “Ningol Van,”
believed to be the first such initiative in India. Around 50 women
participants (Ningols) planted saplings of various species, symbolizing the
important role of women in environmental conservation and sustainable
development. The initiative is in line with the Government of Manipur’s
recently launched Ningol Van programme, which seeks to recognize and strengthen
women's contributions to forest conservation, biodiversity protection, and
ecological sustainability.
Approximately 150
participants, including members of the Association of MSAP Alumni, CEAM
Manipur Chapter, TPYPA, MSAP students, local residents, and Meira Paibi groups,
took part in the plantation drive. Their enthusiastic participation reflected a
strong collective commitment towards building a greener, healthier, and more
sustainable future for Manipur. Refreshments were served following the
plantation activity.
The plantation
programme was coordinated by Adv. Suresh Sarangthem on behalf of the
Association of MSAP Alumni, Manipur, while the proceedings were conducted by Adv.
Jotindra Luwang, Joint Secretary of the Association.
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Kulabidhu Chanam Vikram
Suresh Nadhe
Secretary Divisional Forest Officer
Sharing Hope: Mission Sunday 2026
ON this day, May 31,
2026, Thangkhal Baptist Church (TBC) Delhi is deeply blessed to observe Mission
Sunday together. When we talk about “mission”, we are not just using a church
buzzword; we are diving into the very heartbeat of God. The English word
originates from the Latin missio, which literally means “a
sending”. At its core, the Bible reveals a God who sends out of pure love. We
see this beautifully in John 20:21, where Jesus tells his followers, “As the
Father has sent me, so I send you”. This is further anchored in the famous
Great Commission of Matthew 28:19, where Christ explicitly commands us to “Go
therefore and make disciples of all nations”. This sending isn’t a modern
invention; it is the foundational movement of the Christian faith.
If we look back at the
early Church in the New Testament, we see ordinary people carrying out this
extraordinary calling. The very first mission workers weren’t professional
clergy in grand buildings, they were everyday believers transformed by grace.
The Apostle Paul, travelling across the Mediterranean to plant communities, and
Barnabas, whose very name means “son of encouragement”, were pioneers who risked
everything to share the good news. They walked thousands of miles, faced
intense hardships, and crossed deep cultural divides just to tell people about
the love of Jesus. They showed us that mission is inherently relational, local,
and deeply personal. It is about stepping out of our comfort zones to meet
people exactly where they are.
As a community, we stand
on the shoulders of modern-day pioneers who understood this call just as
clearly. Forty-four years ago, during the first Thangkhal Christian Association
(TCA) Conference held from March 5 to 7, 1982, at Ngoiphai village, a vital
vision was born. On March 7, 1982, the Education and Mission Board of TCA
was officially formed. We remember with deep gratitude the torchbearer members
who laid our foundations: Pastor Thongzathang (Zomun) as Chairman, Mr. T.
Nenghau (T.Khajang) as Recording Secretary, alongside Elder Khansuankhai,
Evangelist Khaikhanthang, and Mr. Haukhanpau, all from M. Tanglian. Their
courage and faith decades ago created the paths we walk today in Delhi,
reminding us that every great move of God begins with a few obedient hearts
willing to say “yes” to the sending.
In today’s fast-paced,
often fragmented world, being a believer means translating this rich history
into daily action. We are called to be the hands and feet of Jesus right where
we live, work, and study, showing kindness and integrity in a world that is
desperately searching for genuine hope. For our Mission Department today, the
focus must shift toward holistic ministry: meeting both the spiritual and
practical needs of our community, especially supporting the education of the
next generation and caring for the vulnerable. Mission Sunday reminds us that
we do not just support missions with our resources; we are the mission. Let us
step into tomorrow ready to be sent, loving our neighbours and carrying the
light of Christ into every dark corner of our world.
~ TBCD NEWSLETTER | MISSION SUNDAY [30.05.2026]
Nagaland CM Seeks Release of Abducted Naga Persons
Nagaland Chief Minister has informed the United Naga Council about the state government's efforts to secure the release of six abducted Naga persons in Manipur. He said he had spoken with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the Union Home Secretary, and Intelligence Bureau officials, urging immediate action. The Centre has assured that the matter is being treated with the highest priority and that all necessary measures are underway. The Chief Minister also appealed for peace, restraint, and cooperation from all sides to ensure the safe recovery of the abducted persons. Additionally, he urged the United Naga Council to facilitate the release of 14 Kuki individuals reportedly being held by Naga volunteers.
Zou Holy Bible Released After 19 Years of Translation
Lamka, 31 May 2026: In a historic and joyful occasion, the Zou Holy Bible (NKJV) was officially released by Rt. Rev. Khupdoukhen, Bishop of the Manipur Evangelical Lutheran Church (MELC) at the MELC Headquarters Church in Zomi Colony on Sunday afternoon, 31 May 2026. He also led the dedication prayer during the programme.
The event was attended by leaders from the Zou community, including UZO and its branches, the Singngat A/C MLA, church leaders, and many Bible lovers who gathered with great enthusiasm.
The Holy Bible was translated by Rev. Haozalian, the chief translator, along with his team from the Zou Holy Bible Lovers’ Committee (ZHBLC). The team spent more than 19 years carefully translating the New King James Version (NKJV) from English into the Zou dialect, working word by word and sentence by sentence. The Bible was published by the Trinitarian Bible Society, London.
This is the fifth Holy Bible translated into the Zou dialect and the first to be published outside India.
During the programme, a souvenir magazine prepared by the Zou Holy Bible Lovers’ Committee was also released by Rev. Dr. Hangpi Manlun of the Zou Presbyterian Church Synod (ZPCS). The magazine highlights the journey of the Bible translation work and other important activities of the committee.
Why Manipur Must Choose Peaceful Co-Existence
THE fragile fabric of peace in Manipur has been stretched to its absolute limits once again. In a deeply worrying cycle of mutual suspicion, the Naga community recently claimed that six of their people are being held captive by Kuki groups, while the Kukis counter-claimed that fourteen of their own members are missing under Naga custody. This growing distrust erupted into open unrest on 29 May at Shangkai village in Ukhrul district, where a peaceful Kuki protest turned violent after security forces intervened. What should have been an opportunity for dialogue instead became a chaotic clash, reminding us how quickly anger can take over when trust is completely broken.
Amidst this rising heat, the Kuki-Zo community held a nationwide peaceful protest rally on 30 May. They demanded justice for three Kuki pastors killed in an ambush on 13 May, and sought the immediate release of the fourteen Kukis allegedly held hostage by the Nagas. However, a vital glimmer of hope emerged from the leadership. The Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM) and Joint Kuki-Zo Civil Society Organisations announced that, following intensive discussions with the government on 29 and 30 May, they acknowledge the positive outcomes and assurances given to safeguard their people. As a gesture of goodwill and cooperation to maintain law and order, KIM temporarily suspended the total shutdown across Kuki-Zo inhabited areas.
This suspension is a highly welcome move and a mature gesture from the Kuki leadership. It shows that even in moments of deep grief and anger, the path of dialogue and restraint remains possible. The only meaningful and long-lasting solution for Manipur lies in peaceful co-existence and mutual harmony. Leaders from both the Naga and Kuki communities must step back from the brink, look beyond past grievances, and sit down to talk. Peace is not a sign of weakness; it is a brave choice that requires far more courage than picking up a weapon. For the sake of innocent lives and a better tomorrow, it is time to choose understanding over hostility. Peace is the only road left that leads home.
~ Zogam Today | Editorial | 31.05.2026
Choosing Peace Over Revenge
THE heavy air of Manipur has fractured once more, this time dragging the Naga and Kuki communities into a dangerous spiral of suspicion. At the heart of the latest standoff is a bitter arithmetic of human lives: Nagas claim six of their people are being held captive by Kukis, whilst Kukis counter that fourteen of their own are being held hostage by Nagas. This toxic gridlock erupted into open chaos at Shangkai village in Ukhrul district, where a peaceful Kuki protest turned ugly. As security forces intervened with tear gas to clear the vital Imphal-Ukhrul highway, the situation deteriorated rapidly into an exchange of live gunfire between communities, proving yet again how easily a spark can light the dry wood of ethnic anxiety.
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Tragically, the heaviest price for this instability is always paid by the innocent. Amidst the gunfire, a non-local truck driver transporting essential rice supplies was hit by a bullet and killed. One cannot help but feel a deep sense of grief and sorrow for his family, left to moun a father, son, or husband who had absolutely no stake in this conflict. His death leaves us with a burning question: where are the state and central security forces when they are truly needed? Their failure to prevent the escalation or to secure a vital lifeline like National Highway 202 exposes the complete collapse of the Manipur state government, which continues to look on helplessly as lawlessness takes root in yet another district.
This madness must not be allowed to widen into a new communal front. It is high time both communities came together for direct, unconditional negotiations. Leadership means rising above bitterness; both sides must release their alleged captives immediately, without waiting for the other to act first. Crucially, the individuals involved in these criminal abductions must be booked and brought to justice under the law as isolated wrongdoers. We must stop blaming entire ethnic groups for the criminal actions of a few armed men. To tar a whole community with the same brush is a lazy, dangerous path that only ensures the cycle of vengeance continues.
True peace requires the courage to talk, not the malice to take hostages. We are reminded of the words of Psalm 34:14: “Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it”. Peace is not a passive wish; it is an active pursuit that requires laying down arms and picking up dialogue. True communal harmony cannot exist without mutual trust, and our long-term co-existence depends entirely on treating our neighbours’ security as our own. We must remember that our distinct cultures are meant to enrich this land together, not tear it apart. The state government must immediately secure the highways, but the deeper healing belongs to the people. Kuki and Naga leaders must step forward right now, clear the roads, free the captives, and choose the path of negotiation before more innocent blood stains the soil.
~ Zogam Today | Editorial | 30.05.2026
Inquiry Panel Visits Torbung Relief Camp, Hears Victims
Lamka, May 30, 2026 (DIO): A panel of the Commission of Inquiry (Manipur Violence) 2023, headed by Chairperson Justice B. S. Chauhan, visited the Prefabricated Relief Camp at Torbung in Churachandpur district on Saturday to assess the situation of people affected by the ethnic violence.
The delegation included Commission members, Secretary to the Commission Shri Mohan Lal Meena, IAS, and Commissioner (Home) Shri Ashok Kumar, IAS. They were accompanied by district officials, including Deputy Commissioner Dharun Kumar S, Additional Deputy Commissioner Seiminthang Lenthang, SDO Churachandpur Anunay Anand, SDO Kangvai Th. Mangminthang Gangte, and SDO Tuibong Jangminlen Lupho.
During the visit, the Commission interacted with inmates of the relief camp and listened to their experiences of displacement, hardships, and concerns arising from the violence. Camp residents also shared their grievances, living conditions, and expectations from the government and administration.
The visit is part of the Commission's ongoing efforts to gather first-hand information and evidence related to the Manipur violence, while ensuring that the inquiry reflects the experiences and challenges faced by affected communities on the ground.
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KIM Suspends Shutdown Across Kuki-Zo Areas Temporarily
KUKI INPI MANIPUR
(Apex body of the Kuki Tribes)
Administrative Centre: Lamka - 795128
PRESS STATEMENT
KIM Secretariat, the 30th May, 2026
04/KIM/PR/22-38: Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM) and Joint Kuki-Zo Civil Society Organisations, including all Tribe Inpis and student bodies, after consecutive rounds of discussions and consultations held with the Government on 29th and 30th May 2026, acknowledge the positive outcomes and assurances that emerged during the meetings concerning the prevailing situation affecting the Kuki-Zo people.
In view of the developments and as a gesture of goodwill, cooperation, and commitment to maintaining law and order, Kuki Inpi Manipur hereby announces that the total shutdown imposed across Kuki-Zo-inhabited districts shall remain temporarily suspended with immediate effect.
This decision has been taken in good faith and in the larger public interest to facilitate administrative processes and enable the Government to act responsibly and decisively in delivering justice and addressing the legitimate concerns of the Kuki-Zo people. The lifting of the shutdown should not, under any circumstances, be misconstrued as a weakening of our position, compromise of our rights, or dilution of our demands. It is, rather, a responsible step taken with maturity and sincerity in expectation of corresponding action from the Government.
Kuki Inpi Manipur wishes to categorically state that the Kuki-Zo people have exercised immense restraint, patience, and cooperation despite continued suffering and injustices. The community remains hopeful and positive that the Government will reciprocate this gesture with tangible action, sincerity, and accountability. Mutual trust can only be sustained through mutual commitment.
At the same time, Kuki Inpi Manipur makes it unequivocally clear that any failure, delay, negligence, or lack of visible action on the part of the Government during this period of temporary relaxation will compel the Kuki-Zo people to intensify the shutdown and democratic agitations further. In such an eventuality, the Government alone shall bear full responsibility for the consequences arising out of its inaction or failure to uphold justice and protect the rights and interests of the people.
Kuki Inpi Manipur also extends its appreciation to the Kuki-Zo public for their unwavering unity, discipline, and steadfast support throughout the course of the shutdown and public movement. The collective struggle and sacrifices of the people shall continue until justice, security, and rightful guarantees are ensured.
(JANGHAOLUN HAOKIP)
Secretary, Information & Publicity
Kuki Inpi Manipur
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