- DIMAPUR — The
Western Naga Youth Front (WNYF) has expressed solidarity with the Angami Youth
Organization (AYO) for “taking a bold and principled stand” by severing ties
with the NSCN (Khango-Vusshe) over the unresolved death threat case involving
‘Max Naga.’
- In a press release, the WNYF stated that the “courageous
decision,” backed by the resignation of 18 Angami national workers from the
group, reflects not only the collective will of the Angami people but also “the
kind of integrity and moral leadership our society desperately needs today.”
- “In an environment where intimidation, extortion, and
unaccountable governance have too often gone unchecked, their action stands as
a beacon of justice and accountability.
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- “Their resolve in the face of pressure and threats is an
inspiration to all. It marks a turning point, a declaration that the people
will no longer tolerate impunity. We believe this is more than just a local
stance; it is a call to conscience for the entire Naga society,” the youth front
stated.
- The WNYF also urged all tribes, organisations and
individuals to speak out, maintaining that silence breeds impunity.
- “If we remain silent, we become complicit. It is time we
demand accountability, from everyone and in every sphere. Without it, we cannot
hope to emerge from the chaos that engulfs our land,” it added.
- Meanwhile, in a separate press release, the WNYF issued an
“urgent public appeal” regarding the missing case of Pesha Khiamniungan, a
19-year-old student of United Christian Higher Secondary School, Diphupar.
- According to the front, Pesha went missing on May 24, after
leaving home around 1 pm to meet friends. An FIR was filed at Diphupar Police
Station on May 28. He was last seen on a red scooty (AS-12-G-6685), and his
phone has been unreachable since then.
- The WNYF urged the police to intensify their investigation
and deploy all necessary resources, including cyber tracing and surveillance,
to ensure his safe recovery. It also requested all residents, youth groups, and
civil societies across Chümoukedima and Dimapur districts to assist with any
information or sightings that may help locate the missing boy.
