Rongmei bodies condemn assault of railway driver
Source: Chronicle News Service

Imphal, November 07 2024: Rongmei Naga Students' Organisation Manipur (RNSOM) and Rongmei Naga Youths' Organisation, Manipur (RNYOM) strongly condemned alleged abduction and brutal assault of railway driver, Joshua Kamei, s/o Kanjei Kamei, by members of Arambai Tenggol (AT) on November 5 noon near Keikhu Kabui Khul Gate in Imphal East district.

In a statement, RNSOM claimed that the 23-year-old Joshua of Kambiron (Puiluan) village in Noney district was abducted and subjected to severe torture and interrogation at an AT camp.

It described the act as a serious violation of human rights, posing significant threat to safety and dignity of the Naga community.

Expressing deep concern over the growing violence, RNSOM called for an immediate end to such activities, and urged authorities concerned to conduct swift investigation and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.

It also emphasised the need for the community to stand united against senseless violence and extortion that destabilises peace and security.

RNSOM also cautioned that failure to address the recent surge in violence could lead to unprecedented consequences, declared zero tolerance for violence and unwavering stance on ensuring justice for the victims.

Strongly condemning the abduction and assault case, RNYOM said: "This egregious act constitutes a grave human rights violation, imperilling the dignity and safety of Naga people" .

RNYOM demanded that the culprits be booked and penalised under the law of the land within 48 hours with effect from November 7 noon, failing which democratic forms of agitation including bandh on NH-37 and stoppage of all construction works of national projects within its area of jurisdiction would be launched in collaboration with like-minded civil society organisations and public till the demand is fulfilled.

It also demanded end to all acts of violence, and advised AT 'extremists' to abstain from violent activities.

The organisation also demanded justice for Joshua Kamei at the earliest.

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