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Manipur Civil Groups Seek Action After Kuki Body Apologises For Killing 6 Naga Hostages
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Manipur Civil Groups Seek Action After Kuki Body Apologises For Killing 6 Naga Hostages

From NDTV · () English

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  • Manipur civil groups are demanding action following the Kuki Zo Council chairman's comments on the killing of six Naga hostages.
  • The United Naga Council and the Meitei Alliance called for swift measures after the remarks were made on camera.
  • The incident highlights ongoing tensions and demands for accountability among different ethnic groups in Manipur.

Civil society groups in Manipur are demanding swift action after the chairman of the Kuki Zo Council made public comments regarding the killing of six Naga hostages. The United Naga Council (UNC) and the Meitei Alliance have jointly called for accountability following the remarks, which were captured on camera.

Henlienthang Thanglet, chairman of the Kuki Zo Council (KZC), reportedly made statements concerning the deaths of the six individuals. The specifics of his comments and the context in which they were made have prompted a strong reaction from the Naga and Meitei groups.

These groups are now pressing authorities to investigate the matter thoroughly and take appropriate action. The incident underscores the volatile ethnic dynamics in Manipur and the persistent demands for justice and resolution following past conflicts and killings.

United Naga Council (UNC) and the Meitei Alliance demanded swift action after the Kuki Zo Council (KZC) chairman Henlienthang Thanglet's comments on camera on the killing of six civilians

โ€” NDTVReporting on the reaction of civil groups to the KZC chairman's statements.
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