Jangna Dopna project marks third phase of support
Source: Chronicle News Service

Kangpokpi, October 19 2024: The third phase of the "Jangna Dopna" project, initiated by the Kuki Women Organisation for Human Rights (KWOHR), was held at Kangpokpi Christian Church, Kangpokpi town on Saturday showing solidarity of the Kuki-Zo community in the face of ongoing conflict in the state.

"Jangna Dopna," is a unique initiative designed to provide voluntary financial aid to the families of "Kuki-Zo martyrs", symbolising the strength, compassion, and resilience of Kuki-Zo women, who have rallied together to support those who have suffered most from the violence.

Since its inception, it has now compensated 48 victim families, with the third phase supporting 20 families.

In the first phase, launched on June 15, this year, 12 families in Churachandpur were aided, followed by 16 families in the second phase in August.

Each family receives Rs 1 lakh in financial aid, along with a memento from the Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM) and a traditional shawl, Saipikh up as a symbol of honour and remembrance.

Hosted by Kuki Women Union Sadar Hills, the third phase brought together key tribal and Kuki-Zo civil society organisations (CSOs), including KIM, the Sadar Hills Chiefs' Association, the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU), and leaders from other Kuki-Zo tribes and organisations.

Reverend Dr Satkhokai Chongloi offered prayers for the martyrs families and the Kuki-Zo people.

Prominent leaders addressed the gathering, expressing their deep respect for the fallen and the ongoing struggles of the Kuki-Zo community.

KWOHR spokesperson Rebecca Haokip said that the Jangna Dopna Project was initiated to honour and support the families of "Kuki-Zo martyrs".

She emphasised that Kuki women, both in India and abroad, have united to contribute financially, showing solidarity with the bereaved families impacted by the ongoing conflict.

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