UKHRUL, SEP 16: The Tangkhul Naga Long (TNL), the apex body of the Tangkhul community, has strongly condemned the bomb blast at the residence of Minister of Veterinary and Animal Husbandry and Transport of Manipur, Khashim Vashum. They have submitted a memorandum addressed to the Deputy Commissioner of Ukhrul.
The memorandum stated, “The Tangkhul community strongly condemns the bomb blast at the residence of Eno. Khashim Vashum, Hon’ble Minister of Veterinary and Animal Husbandry and Transport of Manipur, which occurred on September 14, 2024, at around 8:40 PM. We are alarmed that the blast happened in a peaceful place like Ukhrul. This incident can only create fear and anxiety within the community.
While denouncing such acts of cowardice, we strongly demand that:
- The concerned authority must expedite the investigation and book the culprit(s) at the earliest.
- To prevent such incidents in the future, the District Administration must ensure the safety of the public at all times by taking up stringent and enhanced measures.Â
- The District Administration must strictly monitor the entry of non-locals in the Headquarters.
- CCTVs must be installed at all the major intersections in Ukhrul Headquarters
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The memorandum was received by ADM of Ukhrul, Kajaigai Gangmei, and Additional SP of Ukhrul, Ringthing Hongchui, at the Mini Secretariat Complex, Ukhrul.
The Hungpung Village Authority, while vehemently condemning the barbaric act of terrorism, also submitted a memorandum to the District Administration of Ukhrul. “This dastardly act is a threat to the life and safety of people in the vicinity and poses a serious risk to public safety and security. There is no place for such atrocities and terror in a civilized society. The Hungpung Village Authority reiterates our condemnation of any act of terrorism and violence and appeals to all to desist from such inhumane acts. The concerned authorities are urged to investigate the incident and apprehend the culprits at the earliest,” stated the memorandum submitted by the Hungpung Village Authority.
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Vice President of Tangkhul Naga Long, RS. Jollyson, urged the populace of Ukhrul to be more vigilant and assist the District Administration in maintaining law and order.
Hundreds of people joined the programme, carrying placards that read “NO TO BOMB CULTURE,” “DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION – ENSURE PUBLIC SAFETY,” “BOOK THE CULPRIT ASAP,” “STOP SUCH COWARDICE ACT,” and “OUR SAFETY IS A PRIORITY.”
The programme was also attended by the President and colleagues of Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong (TKS), ex-members of ADC-Ukhrul, leaders from different localities, and party workers.
