The Kaishan Rungyond Naga expressed concern over the unexplained loss of four soldiers killed by their own ranks, seeking a transparent investigation.
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DIMAPUR — The Kaishan Rungyond Naga (KRN), Naga Self-administered Zone, Sagaing Division, Myanmar, expressed deep concern and profound anguish regarding the “tragic and unexplained loss” of four soldiers who were reportedly killed by members of their own ranks.
The organisation stated in a release issued by KRN Chairman Shanjang Ahnoyah that such incidents strike at the very core of trust, discipline, and unity that form the foundation of any armed force.
It noted that these individuals committed themselves to a cause greater than their own lives, placing their faith in the leadership and the system they served. To learn that their lives were taken under circumstances that remain unclear or unjustified raises serious moral, ethical, and institutional questions.
The KRN sought a transparent and thorough explanation of the events that led to these actions. It stated that it is imperative for the leadership to address concerns regarding the circumstances that led to these internal acts of violence.
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Furthermore, it questioned whether proper protocols, checks, and safeguards were followed before such extreme measures were taken; who bears responsibility for the decisions and what accountability measures are being pursued; and what steps are being implemented to ensure that such incidents are never repeated.
The statement added that clarity is not only owed to the families of the fallen but also to all those who continue to serve, placing their trust in the leadership. It cautioned that silence or ambiguity in such matters risks eroding morale, discipline, and the integrity of the force itself.
The KRN urged the authorities to conduct a fair and impartial investigation and to communicate the findings openly. It stated that justice, transparency, and accountability are essential, not only to honour the memory of those lost but also to preserve the values that the armed forces stand for.
It may be mentioned that on the night of March 28, four cadres of the NSCN (IM) Eastern Flank were killed in an ambush at Hongbei village, located in the Kasom Khullen block of Kamjong district, Manipur.