CoTU, KADC condemn Kholen attack, demand immediate withdrawal of NSCN-IM, ZUF-Kamson
Source: The Sangai Express

Kangpokpi, September 16 2026: The Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) strongly condemned an alleged armed attack on Kholen Kuki-Zo village in Kangpokpi district, demanding the immediate withdrawal of NSCN-IM and ZUF-Kamson from the Chawangkining area and urgent measures to prevent further civilian casualties.

CoTU alleged that armed elements from Chawangkining opened continuous fire towards Kholen village at around 10.30 pm on September 15 .

CoTU alleged that the firing was carried out by cadres of NSCN-IM and ZUF-Kamson, farcing village volunteers to respond in what it described as an act of self-defence.

The organisation said the incident had triggered serious apprehension among residents amid fears of a repeat of recent attacks in Leisangphai and Toilen in neighbouring Tamenglong district.

It urged the authorities to immediately secure the Chawangkining area and withdraw the two groups from the location, warning that failure to act could expose civilians to further violence.

The Kangpokpi Area Defence Committee (KADC) has also strongly condemned the attack on Kholen, a Kuki village in Kangpokpi district, allegedly carried out by armed cadres of the NSCN-IM, and demanded immediate action against those responsible.

The committee described the incident as a "serious threat" to innocent civilians and warned that continued attacks on civilian settlements could further endanger lives and escalate tensions in the area.

It alleged that dozens of incidents of violence and bloodshed had affected innocent Kuki civilians since the beginning of this year and attributed the incidents to the NSCN-IM .

The committee demanded that authorities immediately investigate the Kholen attack, identify those responsible and take necessary action to prevent further attacks on civilian villages.

It also appealed to all responsible individuals and organisations to exercise restraint and ensure that the latest incident does not trigger further violence or loss of innocent lives.

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