Confidence building measures stressed
Source: The Sangai Express

Kangpokpi, October 10 2025: On his way to Dimapur from Imphal today, NPP National president and Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma interacted with Kuki CSOs at Brig M Thomas Ground, Kangpokpi and he called for a gradual and organic process of healing and confidence building among communities affected by the prolonged conflict in Manipur.

The NPP chief was accompanied by Kshetrigao AC MLA Sheikh Noorul Hassan, Tamenglong AC MLA Janghemlung Panmei, former MP Dr Lorho S Pfoze, and others.

Conrad K Sangma stressed that restoring peace and normalcy in Manipur cannot happen overnight, but must unfold "one step at a time, in an organic manner" built upon trust and mutual confidence.

"Till the Government is able to provide safety, security, and rehabilitation to the people, the current support status must continue," he asserted.

Ending his address on a note of hope, Sangma said he was ready to play any role that could help facilitate understanding and reconciliation.

Meanwhile, CoTU submitted a memorandum to Conrad K Sangma seeking humanitarian relief measures and political intervention for the Kuki-Zo community displaced by the ongoing Manipur conflict.

CoTU urged the Meghalaya Government to consider the waiver of school and medical fees for displaced children and patients currently taking refuge in Meghalaya.

The organisation further sought a reduction of rental fees for IDPs and simplification of documentation procedures for those seeking admission to schools, colleges, or medical institutions within the State.

CoTU also called upon the Meghalaya Chief Minister to advocate at the National level for a political solution for the Kuki-Zo community.

The Committee emphasized that Constitutional protection under Article 239A - granting Union Territory status with legislature - could pave the way for long-term peace and stability in the region.

At Senapati, the NPP National president interacted with Senapati CSOs at the office of NPO.

On being asked about the vacant Tadubi seat following the demise of MLA N Kayisii, Conrad Sangma said that the process for by-election could not move forward after President's Rule was imposed in Manipur.

He said that they have been speaking to the Election Commission and seeking whether the by-election will happen but no official intimation has been received yet.

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