In Manipur’s capital, Imphal, residents are gearing up for a visit that has sparked heated debate. On October 22, Thuingaleng Muivah, the long‑time leader of the National Socialist Council of Nagalim (NSCN‑IM), is set to return to his native village of Somdal in Ukhrul district after a 50‑year absence.
But just a day before the trip, the Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) issued a rallying call to Mu ivah. The group demands he publicly apologize to the Naga people for past actions that, they say, harmed ordinary civilians and undermined their struggle for freedom.
“No one should be celebrated for mistakes that hurt the Naga community,” ZUF Secretary Louis Gangmei told reporters. The ZUF alleges that Mu ivah ordered violent attacks on leaders, burned villages, and imposed taxes on highways and railways that hurt everyday Naga residents. According to the front, he now floats between international destinations while locals suffer at home.
The front also points to other calls for an apology from churches and Naga leaders in the past. They claim that Mu ivah’s group has “deliberately targeted” Zeliangrong communities, including the Zeme, Liangmai, and Rongmei Nagas – a pattern that could spark wider clashes among Naga tribes.
Mu ivah’s visit is seen by critics as a political stunt designed to revive old nationalist fervor for personal gain. The ZUF warns that claims of a 2015 “Framework Agreement” are misleading and have not solved real problems for Naga people.
Manipur’s six Naga‑majority districts – Tamenglong, Chandel, Ukhrul, Kamjong, Noney and Senapati – border Nagaland and Myanmar. As the Naga community awaits the visit, they remain alert about potential political manipulation and the legacy of violence tied to Mu ivah’s name.
Source: ianslive
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