Four rescued, four arrested in Dimapur kidnapping

DIMAPUR — Acting on intelligence, Dimapur Police rescued four kidnapping victims from United North Block, Burma Camp area on October 8.

A press release on Thursday stated that a swift operation was launched after reports that a person from Patna in Bihar was abducted from Hotel New Rajasthan Place on October 8.

A joint team of East Police Station personnel, SOT, and IR personnel, supervised by senior officers, conducted the operation after tracing the suspected confinement site using technical inputs.

Four individuals were arrested: Saul Chophy (48), Bento Shohe (37), and Kavito Yeptho (42), identified as NSCN-IM members, and Kivipu Zhimo (21).

A regular case has been registered at East Police Station, and investigations are ongoing.

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Police said the operation was completed in record time, highlighting coordination between multiple units.

CNCCI commends police

In response, the Confederation of Nagaland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CNCCI) lauded Dimapur Police for their prompt and commendable action in rescuing the ‘four kidnapped businessmen.’

In a statement, the chamber demanded strict action against the culprits to ensure severe punishment and deter future incidents.

The chamber said such proactive action not only restores public confidence but also ensures a safe and conducive environment for the business community.

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“It is, however, a known fact that many such incidents have occurred but often go unreported due to fear, threats, and intimidation. The kidnapping and summoning of businessmen to various camps has, regrettably, become a recurring issue.

“It is understandable that both the business community and the general public often feel helpless in the face of such actions by armed groups, fearing for their lives and the safety of their family members,” the statement read.

The CNCCI urged the Dimapur Police to publicly name individuals and groups involved in such ‘anti-national activities,’ carried out in the name of the Naga national movement.