Ukhrul, April 26: The Working Committee of the Tangkhul Naga Long (TNL) has strongly rejected allegations made by Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM) regarding the presence of coordinated Meitei–Tangkhul militant activities in Ukhrul district, describing the claims as baseless and misleading.
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In a press communiqué issued on April 26, TNL said the allegations made by KIM in its earlier statement titled “Coordinated Meitei-Tangkhul Militant Build-Up Threatens Kuki-Zo Civilians” were fabricated and aimed at misleading the public about the prevailing situation in Manipur.
The organisation alleged that the press release issued by KIM was a “gimmick” intended to attract sympathy by portraying Kukis as victims. TNL further claimed that the ongoing ethnic tensions between Nagas and Kukis were orchestrated with the intention of destabilising Naga-inhabited areas and undermining the Naga struggle for self-determination.
TNL also alleged that Kuki Suspension of Operations (SoO) groups and other militant groups had been involved in attacks on Tangkhul Naga villages, citing several locations where such incidents were reported.
Rejecting the specific allegation about the presence of Arambai Tenggol members in areas such as Sikibung and Sharkaphung, the organisation said the claims were completely false and lacked any factual basis.
The committee further urged the Government of India to take steps to restore peace and normalcy in Ukhrul and Kamjong districts by severing ties with Kuki SoO groups and dismantling SoO camps in the region.
TNL maintained that Tangkhul Nagas would continue to defend their land and reiterated its commitment to protecting the rights and security of the community.
