Many condemn Napetpalli incident
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, December 27 2012:
Tangkhul Shanao Long Delhi (TSLD) has expressed shock over the incident of molestation and attempt to rape a 15-year old tribal girl at Napetpalli by three cadres of KCP.
In a statement, TSLD pointed out that the KCP cadre even took away the mobile phones and cash and other belongings from the victim and her friends.
Ironically, the incident took place during the general strike called by the valley based civil organizations to press the demand for arrest of Livingstone, who allegedly assaulted Momoco, a Manipuri film actress on December 18.TSLD strongly condemn the inhuman act and demand immediate action be taken against the perpetrators and a speedy trial and severe punishment be given to them.
Condemning the incident, Imphal East United Clubs' Organisation (IEUCO) observed that the incient which came about just after Chandel incident is unfortunate and it could create misunderstanding among the different groups of people living in Manipur.
IEUCO has also demanded the appropriate legal action against the culprits.
All Tribal Students' Union, Manipur (ATSUM) has also strongly condemned the Napet Palli.
In a press statement, Muan Tombing, President of ATSUM, said that the union is shocked at the Christmas gift presented to the tribal community.
Tribal community has been greeted with such Christmas gifts on regular basis, thereby causing untold miseries to the tribal communities residing in Manipur.