The Eastern Naga Students Federation (ENSF) has called for all sections of society to work and contribute towards facilitating peace in the Tuensang area.
A press note from the ENSF informed that it toured the affected areas from February 10 to 25 under the theme ‘Mission for Peace.’ In order to strengthen the bond within the students’ community, an oath of affirmation was taken by the Konyak Students’ Union, United Sangtam Students’ Conference, Khiamniungan Students’ Union, Phom Students’ Conference, Confederation of Chang Students’ Union and Yimchungru Akheru Arihako in the presence of all frontal rrganizations under ENPO at Longleng on February 25.
A joint meeting convened by the ENSF on February 25 expressed sadness that as a result of the recent violence in Tuensang, “women folk still weep over the lost, children shelter less, cold & hungry, men folk searching for food in the jungle to feed their family, economy of the poor badly affected and above all, students dream shattered and disturbed.” Declaring “enough is enough”, the ENSF affirmed that “any elements that stand against the path that leads to the students’ future shall not be tolerated.” It further cautioned that “whosoever or in whosoever’s jurisdiction if such act is being repeated, the federation shall not tolerate and extreme punishment shall be imposed as per law of the land.”
It further stated that “provocative and instigative press statement should be refrained” and directed the respective tribe and students’ bodies to “control all societies/groups/union and individuals within its fold.”
It further appealed to the media to extend cooperation in practicing restraint with regard to publishing press statements which disturb communal harmony and the peace process.
The ENSF then appealed to all Naga political groups to “abstain or refrain from being involved on the present conflict either on its tribal line or its organisation.” It asked that the Naga political groups “cooperate and vacate the present conflict zone as defined and demarcated by the government immediately and without delay.” “Any cadres or members from any NPG, either on its government’s duty or at his self vested and mooted interest is found to be involved, then the parent organisation shall be held accountable for such act committed,” the ENSF said. Failure to cooperate with this call, the federation cautioned would compel it to “issue non cooperation within its jurisdiction.”
On account of the “mass student exodus” from educational institution from Tuensang town, the federation urged all institutions across the state (both govt & private) to consider admission of those students on special ground. It recommended that the representation submitted by the Yimchungru Akheru Arihako (YAA) be fulfilled without delay. It also asked the state government to strengthen and establish education institutions at Shamatore & Chessore so as to accommodate the displaced students immediately.
The ENSF also extended full cooperation to the ENPO and the state government to facilitate peace. It then asked the public “not to politicize C/Saddle issue” and affirmed that the federation “will support people’s aspiration for self determination if it is free from infliction or hampers somebody’s aspiration.” The ENSF further urged all sector unions and citizens of Tuensang Town to immediately initiate measures for creating an atmosphere where “bonafide citizens displaced from Tuensang can safely return to their respective homes.”
In continuation of its effort, the ENSF will undertake the 2nd phase of its tour ‘Mission for Peace’ to all the affected areas by March 5.
(MExN)
A press note from the ENSF informed that it toured the affected areas from February 10 to 25 under the theme ‘Mission for Peace.’ In order to strengthen the bond within the students’ community, an oath of affirmation was taken by the Konyak Students’ Union, United Sangtam Students’ Conference, Khiamniungan Students’ Union, Phom Students’ Conference, Confederation of Chang Students’ Union and Yimchungru Akheru Arihako in the presence of all frontal rrganizations under ENPO at Longleng on February 25.
A joint meeting convened by the ENSF on February 25 expressed sadness that as a result of the recent violence in Tuensang, “women folk still weep over the lost, children shelter less, cold & hungry, men folk searching for food in the jungle to feed their family, economy of the poor badly affected and above all, students dream shattered and disturbed.” Declaring “enough is enough”, the ENSF affirmed that “any elements that stand against the path that leads to the students’ future shall not be tolerated.” It further cautioned that “whosoever or in whosoever’s jurisdiction if such act is being repeated, the federation shall not tolerate and extreme punishment shall be imposed as per law of the land.”
It further stated that “provocative and instigative press statement should be refrained” and directed the respective tribe and students’ bodies to “control all societies/groups/union and individuals within its fold.”
It further appealed to the media to extend cooperation in practicing restraint with regard to publishing press statements which disturb communal harmony and the peace process.
The ENSF then appealed to all Naga political groups to “abstain or refrain from being involved on the present conflict either on its tribal line or its organisation.” It asked that the Naga political groups “cooperate and vacate the present conflict zone as defined and demarcated by the government immediately and without delay.” “Any cadres or members from any NPG, either on its government’s duty or at his self vested and mooted interest is found to be involved, then the parent organisation shall be held accountable for such act committed,” the ENSF said. Failure to cooperate with this call, the federation cautioned would compel it to “issue non cooperation within its jurisdiction.”
On account of the “mass student exodus” from educational institution from Tuensang town, the federation urged all institutions across the state (both govt & private) to consider admission of those students on special ground. It recommended that the representation submitted by the Yimchungru Akheru Arihako (YAA) be fulfilled without delay. It also asked the state government to strengthen and establish education institutions at Shamatore & Chessore so as to accommodate the displaced students immediately.
The ENSF also extended full cooperation to the ENPO and the state government to facilitate peace. It then asked the public “not to politicize C/Saddle issue” and affirmed that the federation “will support people’s aspiration for self determination if it is free from infliction or hampers somebody’s aspiration.” The ENSF further urged all sector unions and citizens of Tuensang Town to immediately initiate measures for creating an atmosphere where “bonafide citizens displaced from Tuensang can safely return to their respective homes.”
In continuation of its effort, the ENSF will undertake the 2nd phase of its tour ‘Mission for Peace’ to all the affected areas by March 5.
(MExN)
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