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Zeliangrong United Front Condemns NSCN-IM Atrocities, Calls for Truth and Unity

Noney, July 30, 2025 – The Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) has released a strongly worded statement today, condemning what it describes as continuous atrocities and targeted violence by the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM). The ZUF appealed to the public to disregard provocative social media narratives and instead uphold truth, peace, and unity.


Allegations of Targeted Violence and Human Rights Abuses

The ZUF reiterated its unwavering commitment to defending the rights, identity, and common cause of the Zeliangrong kindred people. The Front expressed serious concern over alleged extrajudicial killings, torture, and human rights abuses committed by NSCN-IM and its affiliated units against Zeliangrong youth, cadres, and civilians. They emphasized that despite repeated efforts for peace and mutual understanding, the NSCN-IM has perceived the ZUF's goodwill as weakness, leading to the suppression of Zeliangrong rights and movement.

The statement detailed several harrowing incidents, including:

  • The killings of Captain Alan (Phalong Village), Captain Akhuam (Ritiang Village), and Angaipou Gangmei (Dailong Village).

  • The deaths of Private Muanjang Pamei (Bamgaijang Village) and Private Chingjuan Balang (Kabui Khullen).

  • The rape and murder of Lunglailu Gangmei (Reangjan/Reangzang Village) near the Bangladesh-Mizoram border in 2004.

  • The killing of trainees at NP Battalion (Bunning).

  • The brutal murder of Athuan Abonmai (former president of Zeliangrong Baudi (AMN)) in 2021.

  • The shooting death of Pouluathui Maringmei, a blind elderly civilian, in his home on suspicion of NNC affiliation, which the ZUF highlighted as a "stark example of the inhumane treatment."

The ZUF also raised alarm over the recent mysterious disappearance of Captain Jiandai Kamei of Ruangdai Village, who was serving in the Wung Tangkhul Region. The Front stressed that the truth behind such incidents must be revealed without delay, and those responsible held accountable under the law.


Insecurity and Authoritarianism within NSCN-IM

The ZUF voiced deep concern over growing insecurity within NSCN-IM ranks, stating that many Zeliangrong cadres and leaders have endured harsh and unjust treatment, including physical and mental torture, false allegations, and even executions, often without transparent investigations. These actions, the ZUF alleged, reflect a deliberate pattern of persecution, fostering fear, mistrust, and alienation among Zeliangrong members within the NSCN-IM organization.

Criticizing NSCN-IM's "Naga socialism," the ZUF described it as an authoritarian rule enforced by arms and dominated by a majority mindset. This, they claimed, has worsened internal divisions among Naga communities, with the Zeliangrong people suffering disproportionately through repeated losses, discrimination, and targeted violence.


Call for Peace and Warning of Future Confrontation

Acknowledging the region's painful political history, the ZUF emphasized the need for corrective steps to prevent further discord. The statement called for NSCN-IM to withdraw all offensive confrontations against the Nagas, particularly the Zeliangrong people. The ZUF warned that failure to do so could lead to renewed confrontations within Naga society.

News Source: e-pao