NSCN (IM) condemns raid
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, August 16 2017:
The NSCN (IM) has strongly condemned the combined raid of the 23 Assam Rifles and 14 Sikh Regiment on the Zeilad Zeliangrong Region Office when ‘Government of India and the Nagas are so close from the final solution at the highest level that is also on the joyful day of Nagalim Independence Day’ .
In a press release, the NSCN (IM) extended its appreciation and gratitude for the timely intervention of Rongmei Council, Manipur; Liangmei Council, Manipur; Zalengrong Union, ZLR Boudi, TML; ZRL Meipui Phuam as well as the public of the Longmai (Noney), Awangkhul, Khongsang, Raengpang and Nungba .
“Their courage and selfless sacrifice again reaffirmed that Nagas' political problem is a national issue.
We also appreciate the efforts of the district administration for bringing normalcy within the region”, it said .
It demanded immediate release of the arrested regional staff along with the confiscated arms, office files and other related matters through the Ceasefire Monitoring Cell Office in order to avoid chaotic environment.