FNCC Endorses Indefinite Bandh Imposed by Ireng Village, JTC

UKHRUL:  The Foothills Naga Coordination Committee (FNCC) on Thursday announced that it fully endorses the indefinite bandh imposed by Ireng village along with Joint Tribe Council (JTC). FNCC warned that the bandh will further be extended to the movement of Kuki commuters within Foothills Nagas, Old Cachar Road & National Highways-37 until the government fully implements the MoU signed between the Government of Manipur and FNCC in letter and spirit and ensures the safety of Naga villages.

The FNCC, stated that the Manipur government has failed to implement the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on August 9, 2025 between the Government of Manipur and FNCC. 

As per the MoU, the Government had clearly agreed that there will be no establishment of SoO camps in the Foothills areas. It was also agreed to take immediate action to destroy illegal poppy cultivation and that legal action would be taken at such illegal road construction. 

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“Despite considerable time having passed, none of the above commitments have been implemented on the ground, raising serious concerns about the sincerity and accountability of the government,” FNCC lamented.

FNCC also condemned the grave and alarming life threat to Ireng village and the destruction of the gate and waiting shed of the villagers by armed Kuki militants stationed at Kharam Vaiphei. 

“The continued presence of armed elements near peaceful Naga villages has created fear and insecurity and poses a direct threat to lives and property. The silence and inaction of the state government in addressing these serious violations and security threats have compelled FNCC to take a firm democratic stand,” it stated, adding that it fully endorses the indefinite bandh imposed by Ireng village along with Joint Tribe Council (JTC).

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FNCC urged the state government to act immediately, restore trust, uphold agreements, and ensure peace and security in the Foothills areas. 

“Failing this, the Foothills Nagas will be compelled to intensify its democratic agitation,” it added.