CKS and Ao Senden condemn Dimapur minor assault and warn against exploiting the incident to incite tribal divisions
Share
DIMAPUR — The Chang Khulei Setshang (CKS) and Ao Senden on Monday jointly warned against attempts to stoke tribalism or communalism in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a minor girl in Dimapur, stating that any group or individual seeking to exploit the incident to spread hatred or create divisions would be viewed seriously.
The warning was issued in a declaration adopted during a special joint meeting of the two apex tribal bodies held at the CKS office in Tuensang.
In the declaration, the two organisations stated that any person or group sharing or publishing defamatory, hateful or maliciously constructed statements by taking advantage of the incident would be "viewed very seriously and dealt accordingly" by the two apex hohos.
They added that such actions could create unnecessary tensions, hurt public sentiments and threaten the long-standing relationship between the two communities.
Also read: Nagaland reeling: Rights group demands swift justice for minors
NSCN-R announces INR 1 lakh rehabilitation aid for 14-year-old survivor
According to the declaration, the position was taken to safeguard the social fabric and preserve the harmonious relationship that has existed between the Chang and Ao communities through generations.
The two apex bodies also condemned the alleged sexual assault of a minor girl in Dimapur and extended solidarity to the victim.
In the declaration, they named O Watimeren Jamir and Akangkokba, both of Unger village, and Tsuktimongba of Sungratsu village in connection with the case. They expressed hope that speedy justice would be delivered and that exemplary punishment would be awarded to those found responsible in accordance with the law.
The meeting further resolved that despite any challenges or incidents that may arise, the two communities would remain steadfast in nurturing, cherishing and respecting their longstanding bond and friendship.