SDSA questions the swift transfer of SP Kamjong and demands the removal of Senapati Additional SP over alleged misconduct.
DIMAPUR — The Senapati District Students’ Association (SDSA) has questioned the integrity, transparency and impartiality of the Government of Manipur over the transfer of Tholu Rocky, Superintendent of Police (SP), Kamjong, reportedly within 24 hours of unverified allegations circulating on social media.
In a statement, the association also condemned what it described as the selective application of administrative action and demanded the immediate removal of Thangkhochon Haokip, Additional Superintendent of Police (Law and Order), Senapati, citing longstanding grievances and allegations of communal partiality and misconduct.
Describing Rocky as an officer respected for his moral integrity, professionalism and dedication to public service, SDSA condemned what it termed attempts to malign his character without credible evidence.
It also questioned the government’s response to the allegations and the circumstances surrounding his transfer.
The association expressed concern over what it described as the government’s continued failure to address repeated representations from the people of Senapati district against Haokip.
According to SDSA, the complaints were supported by evidence and raised concerns about alleged communal bias and misconduct.
SDSA also questioned Haokip’s continued responsibility for law and order in the district, alleging that he had not reported to the district or attended his designated office for months.
“Is the Government aware of his prolonged absence? Has such absence been officially authorised? If not, why has no administrative action been taken till date?” the association asked, seeking an immediate explanation from the authorities.
Drawing a comparison between the two cases, SDSA questioned why Rocky was transferred swiftly amid unverified allegations while, according to the association, longstanding complaints against Haokip remained unaddressed.
“If the Government could transfer Tholu Rocky within 24 hours amid unverified allegations, why has it failed to act upon longstanding, documented grievances against Thangkhochon Haokip?” the association asked.
The association also expressed what it described as a deep sense of betrayal among the Naga people, questioning whether the government was applying different administrative standards to different communities and whether the grievances of the Naga people were receiving equal consideration.
SDSA demanded the immediate removal of Haokip from Senapati, clarification on the circumstances surrounding Rocky’s transfer and an explanation for the government’s alleged failure to address repeated representations from the district.
Warning of intensified agitation, the association said the patience and restraint of the Naga people should not be mistaken for weakness or acceptance of injustice. It cautioned that continued disregard for their grievances would compel it to intensify collective action to demand accountability.
SDSA further maintained that development packages, official visits and political assurances could not substitute for justice, administrative fairness and accountability. It said public confidence could not be restored through assurances alone while concerns over governance remained unresolved.
“Justice must not be selective. Accountability must not depend on community or political influence. The grievances of the Naga people must no longer be ignored,” the association asserted.