Newmai News Network
Imphal: The Joint Tribes Council (JTC) of Inpui, Liangmai, Rongmei and Zeme people in Manipur state strongly condemned the shootout between the NSCN-IM and the ZUF at Sangji village on November 28, 2024. “This incident is a blatant disregard for the appeals and the mass rallies organized by the public, villagers, and organizations, calling for peace and an end to violence,” the JTC said today in a statement.
Related | Rongmei bodies condemn Confrontation between NSCN-IM and ZUF
The JTC said it was deeply disturbed by the disruption of public peace. The people of Manipur have suffered enough due to the ongoing conflicts, and it is imperative that all parties involved work towards finding a peaceful resolution, the JTC also said.
Also Read | Manipur Govt Questions Mizoram CM Lalduhoma’s “Double Standards”
The council then urged all groups to respect the voices and aspirations of the people. “No further bloodshed amongst brothers will be tolerated. We demand that all parties immediately cease hostilities and engage in constructive dialogue to resolve their differences peacefully,” it added.
The JTC then said it “stands in solidarity” with the people of Sangji village and everyone affected by the incident.
Also Read | TIPRA Motha Founder Pradyot Kishore Debbarma Hails Historic Invitation for TTAADC to Present Before MHA
“Let us work together to build a peaceful and harmonious Manipur, where all communities can coexist without fear of violence or intimidation,” it added.
(This is not a Ukhrul Times publication. UT is not responsible for, nor does it necessarily endorse, its content. Any reports or views expressed are solely those of the author or publisher and do not necessarily reflect those of Ukhrul Times.)
Also read | Senapati: Proposed highway agitation suspended