Kuki CSOs condemn Kamjong violence
Source: Chronicle News Service

Imphal, April 23 2025: Strongly condemning acts of arson and violence at Gampal and Haijang villages under Sahamphung sub-division in Kamjong district, Kuki civil organisations urged the government of India to undertake urgent measures for proper rehabilitation of the affected villagers, deployment of neutral security forces and provision of essential supplies including food and medicines.

In a joint statement, the civil organisations said the heinous attacks have terrorised the innocent Kuki civilians, imperilling the already fragile peace and stability in the region.

"The perpetrators of these cowardly acts have inflicted severe trauma, destroyed homes and property, and disrupted the lives of many who are already enduring the weight of ongoing ethnic tensions.

This is yet another horrifying chapter in the systematic targeting of the Kuki-Zo people, who continue to face violence, displacement, and discrimination.

It is deeply alarming that such acts of terror persist under the watch of the government of India, which has repeatedly failed to uphold its constitutional duty to maintain law and order -particularly during a crisis that demands urgent, sensitive, and just intervention" .

Questioning continued failure of the central government to address the persistent violence, protect vulnerable communities, and uphold justice in a region long plagued by ethnic conflict, the CSOs contended that absence of timely and effective intervention only reinforces perceptions of bias and negligence in the handling of the Kuki-Zo people's plight.

Citing the recent attacks and the ongoing threat to peace and civilian life, the Kuki CSOs demanded that the government of India immediately rebuild and restore Gampal and Haijang villages, including proper rehabilitation of affected families and fair compensation for losses; deploy adequate, neutral security forces to ensure the safety and protection of the villagers and to prevent further violence; and provide essential supplies including food, medical aid, and shelter to all those displaced or affected, ensuring their humanitarian needs are met without delay.

Urging the government to act with immediacy, impartiality, and integrity, the organisations highlighted that the people of Gampal, Haijang, and the wider Kuki-Zo community deserve not only protection, but also justice and peace.

"The Kuki-Zo community views this act of terror seriously as this would create misunderstanding between communities in the otherwise peaceful area," said the organisations in the joint statement appended by executives of Kuki Inpi Manipur, Kuki Students' Organisation, Kuki Chiefs' Association, Manipur, Kuki Women Union and Kuki Women Organisation for Human Rights.

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