Locals raise call for implementation of NRC, abrogation of SoO pact
Source: The Sangai Express
Thoubal, July 16 2023:
Demanding implementation of National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Manipur and abrogation of Suspension of Operation (SoO) pact with the Kuki militants, a sit-in protest was staged today at United Youths Club (UYC) Khangabok Part-II, Maisnam Leikai.
The sit-in was jointly organised by the UYC and Meira Paibis of the locality.
Speaking at the protest, UYC Publicity Secretary, Khundrakpam Roshan said 'The State Government should file FIRs against the 10 Kuki MLAs who are demanding a separate administration from the State' .
In the wake of the unabated violence which have erupted in the State since May 3 last, he urged the authorities concerned to take up measures to restore peace and normalcy in the State considering the intense suffering of the people.
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A special Assembly session should be conducted at the earliest to resolve the ongoing crisis in the State, he asserted.
Further he demanded immediate abrogation of the SoO pact with Kuki militants.
Maintaining that the residents of the locality have been extending best possible help to the displaced people staying in various relief camps across the State, he said that they will continue to help these people.
Meira Paibi Secretary, Laishram Romita who participated in the sit-in protest expressed that 'it's a shame that the Central and State Government are unable to bring an end to the violence and clash which has been going on for more than two months' .
Denouncing such indifference of the Centre towards Manipur, she maintained that the people have been compelled to carry out protest demonstrations against the failure of the Central and State Government to resolve the violence which has affected thousands of civilians.
Considering the immense suffering of the people, she appealed to the Central and State Government to take up immediate steps to bring back peace and normalcy.
Renowned economist Chinglen Maisnam also spoke at length regarding the current situation of Manipur during the protest demonstration today.
Placards which read 'Implement NRC', 'Revoke SoO pact with Kuki militants' etc were used by the protestors.