Speaker Sharingain Longkumer and the ENSF have condoled the victims of the Mon landslides and urged swift relief and restoration.
DIMAPUR — Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) Speaker Sharingain Longkumer and the Eastern Naga Students' Federation (ENSF) have expressed grief over the tragic landslides in several parts of the Mon district on July 19, which claimed lives and caused extensive damage to property and infrastructure.
In a condolence message, Longkumer stated that he was deeply saddened and profoundly distressed by the tragic landslides. "This heartbreaking tragedy has cast a pall of grief over the entire State, and my thoughts and prayers are with every family affected by this devastating calamity," he said.
He extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery to the injured, adding, "No words can truly ease the pain of such an irreplaceable loss, but I pray that the Almighty grants them strength, courage, and solace in this hour of grief. May the departed souls rest in eternal peace."
As the state continues to experience persistent adverse weather conditions, the speaker appealed to all citizens to remain vigilant, strictly follow advisories issued by the authorities, and extend support to the affected community. He also expressed appreciation to the district administration, disaster response agencies, security forces, medical teams, and volunteers working tirelessly to provide relief.
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Meanwhile, the ENSF, in a condolence message, expressed its overwhelming sorrow over the loss of lives and destruction of properties caused by the incessant rain and ensuing disaster. The federation stood in solidarity with the bereaved families during this difficult time.
The federation lauded the efforts of the Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), along with the administration, organisations, and individuals whose prompt search, rescue, and relief operations brought assistance to the affected communities in Tizit, Naginimora, and Mon town.
Concurrently, the ENSF called upon the state government and administration to accord the highest priority to the expeditious restoration of road connectivity, electricity, telecommunications, and other damaged public infrastructure.
The federation observed with deep concern that the eastern region has for decades remained at a developmental disadvantage and urged the government to ensure this calamity does not further impede the region's aspirations. It stated that the limited existing infrastructure constitutes the lifeline of the people, requiring immediate restoration and long-term resilience.
Furthermore, the ENSF appealed to the government to expedite material and financial assistance to all bereaved families and to provide compensation for property and livestock damaged, stressing that the relief and rehabilitation process must be conducted with transparency, equity, and accountability.