KZC resolves to hold Nationwide rally
Source: The Sangai Express

Kangpokpi, December 08 2024: The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) has resolved to organise a "Nationwide rally across all Kuki-Zo dominated districts" and engage with Chief Ministers of all Northeastern States barring Manipur to in pursuit of their demand for a separate administration (UnionTerritory with legislature) .

The newly established Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) convened its inaugural general body meeting at S Molnom village, Sadar Hills, bringing together over 100 delegates, including leaders from various tribes and Inpi organizations.

The meeting hosted by the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) of Sadar Hills, Kangpokpi district resolved to organize a "Nationwide rally across all Kuki-Zo-dominated districts to draw the Central government's attention during the ongoing winter session of Parliament to the community's demand for a separate administration (Union Territory with Legislature).

The council resolved to meet with the Chief Ministers of all Northeastern States, excluding Manipur, to advocate for the Kuki-Zo community's grievances and aspirations.

The KZC also issued a strong condemnation against the Manipur Government's alleged attempts to reopen strategic routes such as Imphal-Kangpokpi-Senapati and Imphal-Bishnupur-Churachandpur without addressing underlying tensions.

KZC chairman Henlienthang Thanglet Vaiphai highlighted the council's vision for unity and effective representation.

"The Nationwide rally will serve as a platform to unite the Kuki-Zo people across the Nation and amplify our collective voice," Vaiphai stated.

He urged widespread participation from the community to make the movement impactful.

The council's structure incorporates representatives from every tribe and Inpi organization, with each president serving on the governing council.

Additionally, an executive committee with two representatives per tribe and Inpi will guide the council's activities, he said.

Emphasizing the council's strategic approach, he stated, "At this critical juncture, I cannot divulge all details".

However, he assured that once the cabinet expansion is finalized and all structures are firmly in place, the KZC would take decisive action to safeguard and advance the community's interests in close consultation with all stakeholders, including the SoO groups and elected representatives.

Henlienthang Thanglet Vaiphai said that the KZC plans to announce the dates for the Nationwide rally soon and is committed to ensuring that the Kuki-Zo people's aspirations remain central to the discourse on governance and rights in the region.

Through dialogue, advocacy and strategic action, the KZC seeks to chart a new course for the community's future, he added.

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