Imphal, January 19 2009: Taking strong exception of the bomb blast that took place at SIB Office of Ukhrul district headquarters, a joint statement of TNL, TMNL, TSL, TKS, and TNWL condemned the attack saying that it was an act of cowardice that would hamper the peaceful environment and development of the district.

The statement said that Ukhrul district is one of the most peaceful districts in Manipur where it can prosper and develop like any other developed towns and cities.

The blast has shattered the peaceful atmosphere of the district sending wrong signals to the contending and upcoming investments, entrepreneurs, news, NGOs and private limited companies, the statement added.

The joint statement also urged the concerned not to repeat the same in future.